as in to combine
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to place (different things) together in order to create an interesting effect or to show how they are the same or different
The new museum display juxtaposes modern art with classical art.
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Recent Examples of juxtapose
This is juxtaposed with Rita’s life without George.
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Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
Shayk, however, juxtaposed the elegance of the bag with an edgier ensemble, pairing it with a black turtleneck sweater, a leather maxi skirt, knee boots, and sporty shades.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
Another political misfire for Lake For Lake, the loss, juxtaposed with Trump’s simultaneous victory in Arizona, is another electoral disappointment for her political career.
—Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 11 Nov. 2024
When juxtaposed with neutrals, its trace elements of plum pop out without hogging the spotlight.
—Tim Nelson, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2024
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Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
Shayk, however, juxtaposed the elegance of the bag with an edgier ensemble, pairing it with a black turtleneck sweater, a leather maxi skirt, knee boots, and sporty shades.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
Another political misfire for Lake For Lake, the loss, juxtaposed with Trump’s simultaneous victory in Arizona, is another electoral disappointment for her political career.
—Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 11 Nov. 2024
When juxtaposed with neutrals, its trace elements of plum pop out without hogging the spotlight.
—Tim Nelson, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juxtapose
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Step away from the ordinary and give a present that combines purpose with a touch of brilliance.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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The financial strain of recruiting and training new employees, combined with the competitive job market, leaves little room for inefficiency.Brian Moroney, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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African Americans would later mix and morph these West African sounds into jazz, rock & roll, soul, funk, and hip-hop.Eliot Stein, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2024
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This is the time to embrace avant-garde styles, mix unexpected textures and experiment with daring color palettes that might have once felt too risky.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Bridging the hoedown and the ballroom, Beyoncé alternates between angelic croons and fierce commands over a thumping bassline and a springy acoustic guitar.Stephen Kearse, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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Syrians alternated between expressions of panic and celebration.Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Juxtapose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtapose. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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