as in to combine
formal
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
Situated on the ground floor of The Spiral, the restaurant’s design takes inspiration from industrial themes juxtaposed with Peruvian textiles and an abundance of plants to filter light, contributing to creating an inviting atmosphere.
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WWD, 18 Feb. 2025
The director expertly juxtaposes the story of Lumumba’s murder with a musical tour of jazzman Louis Armstrong and with the expansion of the United Nations after the independence of many African countries in the 1960s.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025
The posts include archival images going as far back as the 1930s, juxtaposing photos of a city block or building with some from the current day, illustrating just how much things change.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2025
The angular silhouette of the jacket, juxtaposed with the more fluid pants, reflected an assured sense of corporate power.
—Fernanda Pérez Sánchez, Vogue, 8 Feb. 2025
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WWD, 18 Feb. 2025
The director expertly juxtaposes the story of Lumumba’s murder with a musical tour of jazzman Louis Armstrong and with the expansion of the United Nations after the independence of many African countries in the 1960s.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025
The posts include archival images going as far back as the 1930s, juxtaposing photos of a city block or building with some from the current day, illustrating just how much things change.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2025
The angular silhouette of the jacket, juxtaposed with the more fluid pants, reflected an assured sense of corporate power.
—Fernanda Pérez Sánchez, Vogue, 8 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for juxtapose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for juxtapose
Verb
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The 10 titles in the week’s overall Nielsen rankings combined for 9.27 billion minutes of viewing, down from 10.87 billion a week earlier (a decline of about 15 percent).—
Rick Porter,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Mar. 2025
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Liam McNeeley started the game strong and finished with 11 points as Solo Ball and Diarra added 10 a piece, the backcourt duo combining for 10 rebounds and eight assists.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
6 Mar. 2025
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Moisturizing Tanning Oil Frankel mixed L’Oréal’s Lumi Glotion with this tanning oil from Sun Bum, which offers SPF 15 sun protection.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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Beard mixed in zone and press in hopes of affecting Florida’s attack.—
Mark Long,
Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2025
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In the afternoon, the pope alternated between rest and work.—
John Bacon,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
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Even her oversized earrings featured alternating bands of yellow and white gold.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Juxtapose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtapose. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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