1
as in confused
to fail to differentiate (a thing) from something similar or related
be careful not to conflate gossip with real news
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as in mixed
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
the movie conflates documentary footage and dramatized reenactments so seamlessly and ingeniously that viewers may not know what is real and what is not
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Recent Examples of conflated
The report warned that neglect is often minimized within the child welfare system, where it can be conflated with poverty and social workers may be reluctant to penalize poor or minority parents who are juggling multiple jobs.
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Julia Prodis Sulek, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
Experts worry watching sports has become conflated with betting the lines.
—Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
Two different processes Forgiveness is also confusing, thanks to the way it is typically conflated with reconciliation.
—Richard Balkin, The Conversation, 26 Jan. 2026
Their prestige suffers because it is conflated in the public’s mind with long lines at the DMV, fastidious building inspectors, parking tickets—the stuff of local functionaries.
—Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 11 Jan. 2026
Trademark registration and choice of team name should not be confused or conflated.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Daniela Amodei drew a distinction between the technology curve and the economic curve, an important nuance that tends to get conflated in the public debate.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 3 Jan. 2026
This also should not be conflated with the property tax discussion between the Bears and Arlington Heights, which will affect taxpayers and local governments in that area.
—Don Dewitte, Chicago Tribune, 1 Jan. 2026
In the process, eras get conflated.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
Julia Prodis Sulek, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026
Experts worry watching sports has become conflated with betting the lines.
—Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
Two different processes Forgiveness is also confusing, thanks to the way it is typically conflated with reconciliation.
—Richard Balkin, The Conversation, 26 Jan. 2026
Their prestige suffers because it is conflated in the public’s mind with long lines at the DMV, fastidious building inspectors, parking tickets—the stuff of local functionaries.
—Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 11 Jan. 2026
Trademark registration and choice of team name should not be confused or conflated.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Daniela Amodei drew a distinction between the technology curve and the economic curve, an important nuance that tends to get conflated in the public debate.
—Mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 3 Jan. 2026
This also should not be conflated with the property tax discussion between the Bears and Arlington Heights, which will affect taxpayers and local governments in that area.
—Don Dewitte, Chicago Tribune, 1 Jan. 2026
In the process, eras get conflated.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflated
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The New England Patriots just couldn't muster much of an attack against a Seattle defense that appeared to have Drake Maye confused through much of the night, falling 29-13.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
9 Feb. 2026
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The California Department of Public Health is urging people to avoid mushroom foraging altogether this year because death cap mushrooms are easily confused with safe, edible varieties.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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In yards and gardens, plant tags, synthetic twine, netting, and landscape fabric can also fragment into tiny pieces when mixed into soil or added to the compost pile.—
Dr. Avishesh Neupane,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2026
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This food is commercially available as a powder that is mixed with water.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
7 Feb. 2026
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His hands-on experience, combined with his academic background (PhD and DBA), has formed the foundation of his particular coaching style.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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According to University of Toronto psychologist Victoria Oldemburgo de Mello, who studies how technology shapes behavior and society, the study authors impressively combined tight control with a real-world setting.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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Musk rebranded Twitter as X, and merged the social network with xAI last year.—
Robert Frank,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2026
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Despite a history of human activity that dates back more than 6,000 years, the area wasn’t officially established as the municipality of Val di Fiemme until the three townships merged in January 2020.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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As part of the acquisition, Achillo Pinto’s chief financial officer Andrea Rossi has been named chief executive officer of Canepa 1966, which will continue to operate as a fully independent business entity, albeit integrated into the Achillo Pinto manufacturing ecosystem.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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It is also integrated into the national 15th Five-Year Plan to accelerate technology development.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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The 25-year-old has amalgamated his global upbringing, modern life experiences, and keen musical talents to create a unique sound.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Add to dry ingredients and whisk until blended and batter is mostly smooth.—
Ken Haedrich,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 Feb. 2026
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When satellite observations are blended with modeling systems like in this instance, the result captures the shape and movement of the air mass across vast areas, filling gaps between weather stations and improving situational awareness for decision makers.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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The information will be incorporated into the NEMO ocean model, which forms part of the UK Earth System Model, improving predictions as polar ice loss accelerates with rising global temperatures.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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As always, the Princess of Wales incorporated her sapphire and diamond engagement ring, which previously belonged to Prince William’s late mother, Princess Diana.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Conflated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflated. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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