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
The Clock Rankin sees the director as the point of synthesis, but every piece of the brain is making the movie together.
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Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 12 Feb. 2025
Selenium plays important roles in hormone function, a healthy metabolism, DNA synthesis and protection from oxidative damage and infection, notes the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Dietary Supplements.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025
That might be the most coherent trend connecting Jokic’s favorite footballers: the synthesis of physical force and cerebral mastery.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2025
The Cuban director Sara Gómez, who died in 1974, at the age of thirty-one, is one of the few directors to have truly achieved this synthesis.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2025
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Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 12 Feb. 2025
Selenium plays important roles in hormone function, a healthy metabolism, DNA synthesis and protection from oxidative damage and infection, notes the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Dietary Supplements.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025
That might be the most coherent trend connecting Jokic’s favorite footballers: the synthesis of physical force and cerebral mastery.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2025
The Cuban director Sara Gómez, who died in 1974, at the age of thirty-one, is one of the few directors to have truly achieved this synthesis.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for synthesis
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The Stanford team used its lab furnace to heat a mixture of calcium oxide – derived from commonly available limestone that's used to make cement – with another mineral containing magnesium and silicate ions.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Mar. 2025
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Next, use a mixture of warm water and dish soap to wipe down shelves, drawers, and compartments.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2025
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The look was an amalgamation of fashion eras and styles that, to my dismay, worked.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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The Prologue is an amalgamation of components from the Equinox and Blazer EVs.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Beyond the Supermarket Shelf: The Business of Tea Experiences Whilst British grocery stores once stocked a limited amount of tea brands and blends, now retailers have tuned into selling the tea experience.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Thanks to jojoba oil and a blend of fruit extracts, the formulation is nourishing, effortlessly blendable, and streak-resistant; kaolin clay is a natural absorbent for excess oil, ensuring your product stays put.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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James scored 16 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, the buckets coming on a mix of lobs, tips and drives.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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In industries like construction, automation, and hybrid work solutions, pricing decisions must address a unique mix of upfront costs, long-term value, and customer trust.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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In recognizing an amalgam that is independent of presidential control, the justices effectively authorized a fourth branch of government that the framers never imagined.—
Jacob Sullum,
Orange County Register,
24 Feb. 2025
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Not only does each cremation use a lot of energy in the form of natural gas, but toxic mercury vapor also gets liberated from old-style amalgam tooth fillings.—
Collin Blinder,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
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The artificial furcula that was added to the robot consists of a striking arm that is held under the rear end of the body by a parallel linkage made up of tensioned shape-memory alloy actuators.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
28 Feb. 2025
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The precious metals are also used in jewelry, with gold-platinum alloys, commonly known as white gold, becoming an increasingly popular fixture in modern jewelry.—
Victor Rosario,
Sacramento Bee,
26 Feb. 2025
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But against Spain, the imperious combination that has been lacking for Wiegman’s side over the past 12 months returned.—
Michael Cox,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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In January, Huger checked into a private recovery program in Florida, citing a need to examine the combination of antidepressants and alcohol.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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Uchu Nikkei cuisine is the fusion of delicate Japanese techniques and fresh Peruvian ingredients that has taken the world by storm in recent decades.—
Isabelle Kliger,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Through these diverse artworks, LOEWE highlights a creative fusion of different cultures and disciplines.—
WWD,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Synthesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synthesis. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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