homogenization
noun
ho·mog·e·ni·za·tion
hō-ˌmä-jə-nə-ˈzā-shən 
hə-
1
: the act or process of homogenizing
2
: the quality or state of being homogenized
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That homogenization leads to a lack of innovative fashion in stores which is one of the reasons for the decline of department stores.
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Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
As Aisha and Earl argue over the redevelopment project, the bland decor alludes to the encroaching homogenization that Earl fears.
—Terry Nguyen, Curbed, 6 Oct. 2024
Banks: What are the challenges in keeping a unique design without looking too futuristic, generic and risking homogenization?
—Nargess Banks, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The aim of founder Carlo Petrini and other activists was to fight against the homogenization of global culture through the defense and promotion of regional heritage, culinary traditions and a less frenetic pace of life.
—Shoshi Parks, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Oct. 2024
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Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
As Aisha and Earl argue over the redevelopment project, the bland decor alludes to the encroaching homogenization that Earl fears.
—Terry Nguyen, Curbed, 6 Oct. 2024
Banks: What are the challenges in keeping a unique design without looking too futuristic, generic and risking homogenization?
—Nargess Banks, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The aim of founder Carlo Petrini and other activists was to fight against the homogenization of global culture through the defense and promotion of regional heritage, culinary traditions and a less frenetic pace of life.
—Shoshi Parks, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Oct. 2024
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“Homogenization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homogenization. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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homogenization
noun
ho·mog·e·ni·za·tion
variants
also British homogenisation
1
: the quality or state of being homogenized
2
: the act or process of homogenizing
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