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
While ETFs can be traded throughout the day, mutual funds, as an amalgamation of different products, must be traded at the end of the day.
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Victor Rosario, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
For decades, Santa Claus’s deteriorating buildings were a weird amalgamation of fading holiday cheer overlaid with recent gang graffiti.
—Douglas C. Towne, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
Moretti is basically an amalgamation of many different musicians, such as Prince, David Bowie and Elton John.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
An amalgamation of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles, Amer is perched atop a hillock surrounded by several other ancient structures and historic landmarks.
—Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
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Victor Rosario, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
For decades, Santa Claus’s deteriorating buildings were a weird amalgamation of fading holiday cheer overlaid with recent gang graffiti.
—Douglas C. Towne, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
Moretti is basically an amalgamation of many different musicians, such as Prince, David Bowie and Elton John.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
An amalgamation of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles, Amer is perched atop a hillock surrounded by several other ancient structures and historic landmarks.
—Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamation
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Then again, each generation’s Times Square is different from the next, though all are some amalgam of the tawdry and the brilliant, of decay and glitter.—
Frank Rich,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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Convey, at its core, is an amalgam of all these endeavors.—
Laura May Todd,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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Talking with a mixture of focus and intensity in his face, James looked at the practice court and was asked if the necessary ingredients to win him a fifth NBA championship were in the room.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Once the mixture is combined, stop the blender and scrape down the sides if necessary. 4.—
Elizabeth Karmel,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Still, expect both drivers to be in the mix on Sunday.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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Neither does the oak, even after almost 25 years, although that small amount of virgin oak barrels in the mix adds a splash of vibrant wood to the flavor profile.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
13 Apr. 2025
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Along with the antioxidant-rich 100% organic olive oil, there is a blend of vitamin E and rosemary lead oil to protect and refresh the skin.—
Rosa Jisoo Pyo,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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New talent: Czapek stood out among the independents at Watches and Wonders 2025, impressing with its blend of heritage craftsmanship and contemporary style.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Samarium Samarium-cobalt alloys are on a US list of critical metals for potential stockpiling.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Related Articles The standout element is Omega’s proprietary Bronze Gold alloy, composed of 37.5 percent gold, copper, palladium and silver.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Reform options outlined by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget include some combination of revising benefits and eligibility criteria, adjusting payroll taxes, and borrowing from the public to cover the shortfall.—
Doug Criscitello,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The American Heart Association recommends that adults get at least two and a half hours per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or an hour and 15 minutes per week of vigorous aerobic activity, or some combination of both, preferably spread throughout the week.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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As part of the renovation, the hotel also introduced a new culinary offering: the Asian fusion restaurant Tamari, which specializes in teppanyaki-style cooking.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2025
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But athletes agree that there’s something special about NST, with its fusion of freestyle and freeride and its head-to-head format designed to root out the world’s best men and women in their respective disciplines.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The entire learning journey for students is couched towards ‘synthesis’ - an essential term in interdisciplinary working, and synthesis is often mentioned in discussions of creativity.—
Bryan Penprase,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Eating cottage cheese before bed helps stimulate muscle protein synthesis, which can help support a healthy metabolism.—
Veronica Cristino,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Amalgamation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgamation. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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