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as in mixtures
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a victory that was due to a combination of luck and planning
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as in mergers
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the combination of mint and chocolate in a delicious dessert
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as in cartels
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
the companies formed a combination in an attempt to establish a monopoly in the rubber market
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as in alliances
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
a combination of citizens dedicated to fighting higher property taxes
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Recent Examples of combinations
The outlet praised a few heartier combinations, such as the Steakhouse Salad Stuffer, but argued against the value.
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The number of attacking combinations Arteta has used this season is crazy.
—Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Lots of cocktails split the base to create new and interesting flavor combinations in a drink.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
Having a few neutral options, like black, brown, and tan, opens up even more outfit combinations without taking up much space in your bag.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026
Choose from seven color combinations, including the cute blue and green pair above that’s currently on sale for 78 percent off its typical price.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Multiview was previously limited to preset combinations and a small number of channels, but now supports all channels across multiple genres.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
This one incorporates strawberry and vanilla, which together make one of our favorite flavor combinations.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Jasmin Reese approaches interiors with an artist’s eye, embracing daring color combinations and unexpected accents in her impactful rooms.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 19 Apr. 2026
Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The number of attacking combinations Arteta has used this season is crazy.
—Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Lots of cocktails split the base to create new and interesting flavor combinations in a drink.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
Having a few neutral options, like black, brown, and tan, opens up even more outfit combinations without taking up much space in your bag.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026
Choose from seven color combinations, including the cute blue and green pair above that’s currently on sale for 78 percent off its typical price.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Multiview was previously limited to preset combinations and a small number of channels, but now supports all channels across multiple genres.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 Apr. 2026
This one incorporates strawberry and vanilla, which together make one of our favorite flavor combinations.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Jasmin Reese approaches interiors with an artist’s eye, embracing daring color combinations and unexpected accents in her impactful rooms.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for combinations
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Accessibility 25 mixtures by helicopter from Bali, flying over the Gili island, or landing in the rice fields, or a two-hour drive from the main airport in Lombok.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Previous methods required researchers to extract proteins from bacterial mixtures containing thousands of other molecules, a process that significantly limited throughput.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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Given the importance of preserving relations with the FCC, which has a say over a range of local station matters and must approve any mergers involving the transfer of broadcast licenses, LeGeyt has deliberately avoided a direct clash with his Washington counterpart.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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In the mid-2020s, WAN-IFRA expanded through mergers with other global media associations, including DistriPress (2024) and FIPP (2026), broadening its scope across the wider media and publishing industry.—
Marlen Bartsch,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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The campaign is expected to go well beyond the traditional sanction — the canceling of visas for those suspected of being in league with cartels.—
Steve Fisher,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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The shooter was identified as 27-year-old Mexican citizen Julio César Jasso Ramírez, who acted alone and had no ties to criminal groups or drug cartels, which are usually behind Mexico’s most violent attacks.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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But the king is expected to express the highest regard and friendship between the two countries on the 250th anniversary year of independence, creating what the palace called one of the greatest alliances in human history.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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For music business observers, the most interesting aspect of the suit may lie in its detailed assertions about how much the Christian music (CCM) touring industry relies on alliances with charities to achieve a profit.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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Labrador/golden retriever mixes were also part of the group.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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Vendors at the Naperville location, which opened in 2020, sold everything from plants and cake mixes to women’s clothing and paintings.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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The board will meet for a special meeting Thursday night to discuss possible school consolidations and get an update on its fiscal solvency plan.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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But the cuts and consolidations of programs are not limited to inside the Education Department, but some are moving to other federal agencies.—
Lexi Lonas Cochran,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2026
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As with other criminal syndicates, the cartel has long oiled the gears of corruption with bribes.—
Steve Fisher,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Greg began creating and submitting comic strip ideas to syndicates, collecting an impressive pile of rejection slips.—
Richard Lederer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Now all but two of Florida’s 30 early learning coalitions are trying it out.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Twenty-four coalitions from different organizations across the state took part in Monday's event.—
John Lauritsen,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Combinations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combinations. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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