alloy

noun

ˈa-ˌlȯi How to pronounce alloy (audio)
Definition of alloynext
as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things brass is an alloy, consisting of copper and zinc

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Recent Examples of alloy Fourth, the handle needed to be patterned for a secure grip even in dirty, wet conditions, so checkering or deep ribbing was added to the alloy metal. — David Szondy august 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026 This report specifically said that the aluminum alloy back plate size increased by 2mm. — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 For starters, stainless steel is an alloy containing varying percentages of iron, chromium, and carbon, and not all stainless steel is created equal. — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026 Specialized metalworking and alloy production also draw on it for applications where strength under pressure is the primary requirement. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for alloy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alloy
  1. mixture
  2. amalgam
  3. blend
  4. mix
  5. amalgamation
  6. composite
  7. combination
  8. fusion
Noun
  • Simply prepare a simple mixture of ground meat and seasonings, roll into small meatballs, place in a skillet and cover with a wonton wrapper.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Although El-Sayed has never said anything nearly as inflammatory as the sorts of comments Piker makes routinely, his mixture of anti-Zionism and populism treats pro-Israel activism as a nefarious and all-pervasive force.
    — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of mixture
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  • Bully’s amalgam of punk, grunge and melodic alt sounds has earned it a national following over the course of the past ten years.
    — John D. Luerssen, SPIN, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Jules is an amalgam of real women who worked on Fleet Street—the street in central London that was, for a time, the center of the British newspaper industry, where virtually every major British newspaper had its offices.
    — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of amalgam
Noun
  • Soil Use rich, well-draining soil like standard potting mix or a blend of potting soil, compost, and perlite.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Combine all the marinade ingredients in a blender and blend on high for 1 minute, or until smooth.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of blend
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  • The latest leg of the sell-off is a reflection of a mix of high government debt issuance, an oil-price shock that has reignited inflation concerns and expectations that central banks may keep monetary policy tighter for longer.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Today’s ideas about what is stylish come from a wider mix of influencers, brands and everyday consumers.
    — Footwear News, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of mix
Noun
  • But in fact, fluids are amalgamations of molecules and atoms.
    — Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026
  • As the name implies in a study published today in Nature, these previously unobserved entities are an amalgamation of space-time collapse and stellar forces.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of amalgamation
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  • These composites can tolerate higher temperatures than many metals without carrying the same weight.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Gemma and Richard are composites drawn from our several decades of advising organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to smaller nonprofits on designing interview processes that assess leadership and interpersonal competencies.
    — Harvard Business Review, Harvard Business Review, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of composite
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  • No need to worry about adding structure to your outfit; the combination of baggy jeans and the sharpness of your heels will naturally create a balanced uniform.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Recently reported results indicate that the personalized medication, taken in combination with the immunotherapy Keytruda, met its main goal, reducing the chances of the cancer coming back within five years of the initial treatment by 49%.
    — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of combination
Noun
  • Unlike mainstream fusion projects such as tokamaks, the Texatron does not rely on giant superconducting magnets to hold a thin gas in place for long periods.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Plus, Sumosan nails Japanese fusion cuisine, fresh sushi and creative cocktails by the beach.
    — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of fusion

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