as in amalgam
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an amalgamation of peat moss and vermiculite is a good medium for starting vegetable seedlings
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Recent Examples of amalgamation
The record’s new-wave ditties are an amalgamation of strange but immediately identifiable components, chimeras of ’60s pop à la Lesley Gore and the frenzied shred of a skateboarding compilation.
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Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
But there’s one that has caught the attention of genre veterans for offering an amalgamation of mechanics that lead to an absurd degree of character progression possibilities: 2013’s Path of Exile — an ambitious, free-to-play take on the genre that has been in constant evolution for over a decade.
—Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
And with their amalgamation of talents, the clever clogs at CIES Football Observatory have valued Real Madrid’s squad at €1.8billion.
—Richard Amofa, The Athletic, 26 July 2024
The final pie is a delightfully easy amalgamation of coconut macaroons and vanilla custard.
—Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
But there’s one that has caught the attention of genre veterans for offering an amalgamation of mechanics that lead to an absurd degree of character progression possibilities: 2013’s Path of Exile — an ambitious, free-to-play take on the genre that has been in constant evolution for over a decade.
—Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
And with their amalgamation of talents, the clever clogs at CIES Football Observatory have valued Real Madrid’s squad at €1.8billion.
—Richard Amofa, The Athletic, 26 July 2024
The final pie is a delightfully easy amalgamation of coconut macaroons and vanilla custard.
—Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamation
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The look of the university is an amalgam of Italian, Moorish and American architectural styles, with a blending of materials such as plaster, cooper and wood.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Jan. 2025
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The record plays like an amalgam of her career's most peerless moments.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
20 Dec. 2024
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Despite the easy ride, Trump still peppered the conversation with a mixture of falsehoods that Newsweek's Fact Check team has assessed.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Exchange generally works best as a mixture of mobility and investment.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
22 Jan. 2025
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The 144-page magazine, which is printed on FSC mix paper, retails for 40 euros and is available at bookstores including OFR, Les Cahiers de Colette and L’Ecume des Pages in Paris.—
Joelle Diderich,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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Garcia, based in New York, is dedicated to inspiring creativity and enhancing spaces through trend-forward products, unique color combinations and unexpected material mixes.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Different formulations are tailored for specific groups, such as prenatal multivitamins, senior-specific blends, or vegetarian options.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
22 Jan. 2025
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Its blend of peptides (acetyl tetrapeptide-3 and biotinoyl tripeptide-1), panthenol, zinc chloride, and botanical extracts (trifolium pratense, camellia sinensis leaf, and larix europaea wood) come together to improve eyelash and eyebrow density and thickness.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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Standard exterior highlights include 17-inch alloy wheels, active grille shutters, automatic bi-LED headlights and LED daytime running lights, heated and powered mirrors, and rain-sensing variable-intermittent windshield wipers.—
Doug Newcomb,
PCMAG,
16 Jan. 2025
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How Much Does The 2025 Skoda Kodiaq Cost? Prices start at £37,860 for the entry-level SE trim which gets you 18-inch alloy wheels, the 13-inch touchscreen and three configurable smart dials which are placed below the touchscreen.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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The French phenom is dazzling with his incredible combination of height, length, speed, agility, ball-handling skills, and shooting ability and range.—
Ricardo Klein,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, lineups featuring the two-man frontcourt combination of Gordon with DeAndre Jordan, who has by all indications firmly secured his role as Denver’s backup center, have been even more effective, outscoring opponents by 17,8 points per 100 possessions.—
Joel Rush,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Released last month, the six-track EP is a seamless fusion of Karri’s Bay Area roots and his profound admiration for Toronto’s moody R&B sonics.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2025
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In severe cases, foot arthritis can be treated with surgery, such as a joint fusion.—
Sarah Richards,
Verywell Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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In a recent interview, Kaplan mentioned that the Japanese-French synthesis, already so organic to their experiences, would cohere further during their travels.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2025
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Nestled to the north of Auraria Parkway, the southwest of Speer Boulevard and the southeast of the train tracks that separate Ball Arena from Elitch Gardens, the 55-acre parcel’s future represents a potential synthesis of private profitability and public gain.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Amalgamation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgamation. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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