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as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a victory that was due to a combination of luck and planning
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as in merger
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the combination of mint and chocolate in a delicious dessert
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as in cartel
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
the companies formed a combination in an attempt to establish a monopoly in the rubber market
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as in coalition
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
a combination of citizens dedicated to fighting higher property taxes
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Recent Examples of combination
The 60-acre development – a combination of restaurants, shopping, and the museum – collected about $4.6 million in sales tax revenue in 2023, but projections offered to bond buyers in 2012 had called for more than $5 million a year.
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Jonathan Shorman and, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2025
Greasy outcome with that particular combination of activities, for the record.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2025
If not for fine offside margins, Bournemouth’s plan would have worked perfectly after ‘scoring’ following some excellent combination play down Liverpool’s right.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 3 Feb. 2025
And the combination of the scarcity of teams and the prospect of even more lucrative media rights deals down the line has Vogel bullish about the NFL’s growth.
—Brett Knight, Forbes, 2 Feb. 2025
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Jonathan Shorman and, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2025
Greasy outcome with that particular combination of activities, for the record.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2025
If not for fine offside margins, Bournemouth’s plan would have worked perfectly after ‘scoring’ following some excellent combination play down Liverpool’s right.
—Mark Carey, The Athletic, 3 Feb. 2025
And the combination of the scarcity of teams and the prospect of even more lucrative media rights deals down the line has Vogel bullish about the NFL’s growth.
—Brett Knight, Forbes, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for combination
Noun
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Whisk together buttermilk and egg in a small bowl or glass measuring cup; add buttermilk mixture and melted butter to flour mixture and whisky gently just until combined (some lumps will remain).—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
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Watch out for slippery roads: The initial half-hour of rain is when roads are slickest due to a mixture of rain, grime, and oil.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
The Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2025
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In December, Honda and Nissan began merger discussions to create the world's third-largest automaker by vehicle sales, with talks set to conclude in June.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2025
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The company is involved in a merger agreement with Alloy Parent LLC, which is subject to various closing conditions and regulatory approvals.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
13 Feb. 2025
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When he’s locked up, Mo overhears one of the other immigrants talking about his journey: ‘The mud slides, the snakes, the jungle, the cartel.—
Fidel Martinez,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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The executive order equates these cartels with organizations like the Islamic State militant group (ISIS) and Al-Qaeda, broadening legal tools for the U.S. to combat cartel operations but raising fears of unintended consequences.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
13 Feb. 2025
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His finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, has promised to withdraw from the government coalition if Israel does not return to war in Gaza when the current ceasefire expires on March 1.—
Mick Krever,
CNN,
18 Feb. 2025
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Meloni spearheads the nationalist Brothers of Italy party, as well as the hard-right coalition voted into power in 2022.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
18 Feb. 2025
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Several other Minnesota Democrats are also in the mix to seek the party's nomination in the 2026 Senate race.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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That said, Bell, Larson, Blaney, Elliott, Byron and maybe Denny Hamlin should all be in the mix.—
Jeff Gluck,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The seemingly simple mission turns deadly when the leader of a notorious crime syndicate becomes hell-bent on claiming the organ.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
7 Feb. 2025
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There have been a series of high-profile killings connected to the notorious Venezuelan crime syndicate TdA, including the murders of Georgia student Laken Riley and 12-year-old Jocelyn Nunguray in Texas.—
Anders Fogh Rasmussen,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Earlier this week, NATO allies were left scrambling for direction after Trump’s administration signaled concessions to Moscow, upending the alliance’s approach to an almost three-year-old war.—
Caitlin Danaher,
CNN,
15 Feb. 2025
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Currently, 23 of NATO's 32 member nations are hitting the Western military alliance's target of spending 2% of their GDP on defense.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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Its smooth texture falls somewhere between a gel and an oil and features a blend of moisturizing marula and cacay oils for a luxurious lather.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Allure,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is solidifying its position in the film industry, offering filmmakers an unmatched blend of breathtaking locations, advanced infrastructure and exceptional support.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Combination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combination. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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