as in confluence
the coming together of two or more things to the same point
the convergence of the city's major arteries on a single rotary
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Recent Examples of convergence
But the last couple of years have seen a convergence as younger populations feel just as negative about the economy.
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Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Computing is entering a period of fragmentation rather than convergence.
—Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
The broader lesson is that global convergence is neither automatic nor guaranteed, but instead depends on certain conditions such as undisturbed markets, even as long-term progress has proven more robust than critics often assume.
—Chelsea Follett, Oc Register, 1 Feb. 2026
The convergence of Apple, OpenAI, and Google around AI hardware suggests that 2026 may mark the start of a new device cycle centered on continuous AI presence.
—Charlie Fink, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
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Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Computing is entering a period of fragmentation rather than convergence.
—Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
The broader lesson is that global convergence is neither automatic nor guaranteed, but instead depends on certain conditions such as undisturbed markets, even as long-term progress has proven more robust than critics often assume.
—Chelsea Follett, Oc Register, 1 Feb. 2026
The convergence of Apple, OpenAI, and Google around AI hardware suggests that 2026 may mark the start of a new device cycle centered on continuous AI presence.
—Charlie Fink, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convergence
Noun
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Pain will be present, but only at the confluence of her physical capabilities.—
Devon Henderson,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Africa’s largest tank battle since World War II was fought over a bridge at the confluence of the Cuito and Cuanavale Rivers, the Okavango’s two major tributaries in the eastern Angolan Highlands.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This engine provides strong performance for highway merging, overtaking, and spirited driving, while maintaining smooth and responsive handling.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Jan. 2026
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This is attributed to two branches of the jet stream merging, and the dip in the jet stream elongating more, which allows for stronger rising motion ahead of the system.—
Trey Fulbright,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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As the years go on, the combinations of letters are only going to get longer.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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The crispy kale with the spicy sauce is an amazing combination.—
C.W. Cameron,
AJC.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Convergence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convergence. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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