as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a philosophy that is a kind of synthesis of several schools of Western and Eastern thought
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Recent Examples of synthesis
This project is a perfect synthesis of design and industry.
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
The result is more naturalistic, fluent speech synthesis.
—New Atlas, 1 Apr. 2025
Other lab research suggests that ketone supplementation may improve muscle protein synthesis.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 18 Mar. 2025
Lemon juice boosts vitamin C, which is required for immune function, collagen synthesis, neurotransmitter production, and many other important processes.27
Staying hydrated can also reduce symptoms related to caffeine withdrawal, like headaches.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 18 Mar. 2025
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Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
The result is more naturalistic, fluent speech synthesis.
—New Atlas, 1 Apr. 2025
Other lab research suggests that ketone supplementation may improve muscle protein synthesis.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 18 Mar. 2025
Lemon juice boosts vitamin C, which is required for immune function, collagen synthesis, neurotransmitter production, and many other important processes.27
Staying hydrated can also reduce symptoms related to caffeine withdrawal, like headaches.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for synthesis
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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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If necessary, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture is slightly sticky, up to 1/4 cup total.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2025
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And This is 40 captures such an amalgamation perfectly.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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This terrifying amalgamation of Sue and Elisabeth takes the stage at the New Year's Eve show, where it is ridiculed by the audience.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
3 Mar. 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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Gregory Border 30 $170 at Amazon The Border 30 feels like a mix between the Ruckpack and the Allpa.—
Maggie Slepian,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
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McKenna comes back to hurt Chelsea Wind the clock back to when Chelsea were looking for Mauricio Pochettino’s replacement as head coach last spring and Kieran McKenna’s name was firmly in the mix.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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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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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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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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Every slow start means a player is cooked, not ready or some combination of both.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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The fusion reaction that would take place in Sunbirds is different from that currently being studied for energy generation on Earth, according to Live Science.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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At the dawn of the new millennium, Nortec Collective transformed the traditional sounds of northern Mexico into something entirely unheard of — a fusion of regional Mexican and electronic music that redefined a generation.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Synthesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synthesis. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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