as in proximity
the state of being next to one another
The juxtaposition of contrasting colors gives the painting a chaotic effect.
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Recent Examples of juxtaposition
This juxtaposition is impressive.
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 28 Aug. 2025
The octogenarian trying to reach a new generation of voters amid a demoralized Democratic Party is a stark juxtaposition.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Using clean lines and the occasional modern accent can create juxtaposition and a place for the eye to rest, says Sallie Lord, founder and principal designer of GreyHunt Interiors.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
If anything, this juxtaposition makes the Moomins perfect guides through our muddled moment, online and off.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2025
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 28 Aug. 2025
The octogenarian trying to reach a new generation of voters amid a demoralized Democratic Party is a stark juxtaposition.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Using clean lines and the occasional modern accent can create juxtaposition and a place for the eye to rest, says Sallie Lord, founder and principal designer of GreyHunt Interiors.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
If anything, this juxtaposition makes the Moomins perfect guides through our muddled moment, online and off.
—Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juxtaposition
proximity
Noun
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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In some parts of the continent, such as eastern France, the species still live in proximity to one another.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Juxtaposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtaposition. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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