COMBINATIONS Synonyms: 106 Similar and Opposite Words

combinations

noun

plural of combination

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 choices are housed in the Atelier Vivier MTO cabinet, a silver console containing the available materials and hardware, while a digital component allows clients to visualize combinations before production begins. — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 Even some of the most traditional powers that the sport has to offer have busted out some new uniform combinations to get their fans excited (think Georgia's all-white threads and matching white helmet). — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026 Large-scale features continue to draw on combinations of physical construction, photography, animation and simulation, with the balance determined by the requirements of each sequence. — Callum McLennan, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026 And while its nine heat-and-speed combinations offer more flexibility for different hair types and styling needs, users found that figuring out your sweet spot can take a little trial and error. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026 Other combinations gaining traction include earthy with clean, savory with sweet and mineral with woody. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 Combos are overwhelmingly made up of combinations of multiple sports contracts. — Ananya Chetia,davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026 People can experience grief, sadness, relief, conflict or combinations of these emotions after any pregnancy outcome. — Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026 Sources familiar with the operations said the attempts and plans have involved different combinations of aircraft, maritime routes, Colombia, Panama and charter flights. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026

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Noun

The system uses algorithms and neural networks to find the most suitable metal mixtures and processing methods.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
At the cold-hold unit, tomato mixtures temped at 50 degrees for approximately one hour.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of mixtures

Noun

Goldman is also well positioned to capitalize on the market volatility fueled by higher interest rates, while an eventual end to the Iran war could unleash another wave of mergers and acquisitions and IPOs.

— Alexa LoMonaco,Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
The board's vote comes on the heels of an announcement from Minnesota State Chancellor Scott Olson last month of a systemwide redesign that will likely include campus closures, mergers or consolidated administrative services.

— CBS News, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of mergers

Noun

Whistleblowers and workers say these smuggling networks tie to cartels in Twin Cities trades, including roofing, with drug and gun trafficking.

— WCCO Staff, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
To battle rival cartels or authorities, criminal groups sometimes convert the trucks into mutant tanks, adding heavy ballistic-proof steel plating, firing ports and gun mounts.

— Steve Fisher Special Correspondent Follow, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of cartels

Noun

In Greece to discuss deepening economic, energy and security cooperation, Rubio made the case for nationalism while emphasizing the importance of global alliances.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026
Unlike The Traitors, the gameplay does not compel them to form alliances, as the teams are fixed.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of alliances

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What’s more, the mixes can be used straight from the envelope as a dry rub for meat, as a base for dips, or even as a popcorn seasoning.

— Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026
Fans know particular mixes and particular records from clubs, journeys, relationships and periods of their lives.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of mixes

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Insurance broker Rash believes this rating overhaul is accelerating plan consolidations across Florida.

— Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026
Address chronic absenteeism and declining enrollment by strengthening neighborhood schools, strategic consolidations with community input and adequate resources.

— Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of consolidations

Noun

Most crime syndicates were more welcoming to Korean recruits, for example, than mainstream corporations were.

— Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026
Ramaphosa announced that soldiers would be deployed to support police in tackling gang violence, as the government steps up its fight against criminal syndicates.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of syndicates

Noun

But the parties and groups of parliamentary pro-Western opposition that joined forces in many districts in broad coalitions, have altogether 26 candidates making the next round.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026
Even if the wars do continue, the identities of both major parties are in flux—existing coalitions are shaky, and the tremors could lead to unexpectedly competitive races in seats drawn around outdated assumptions.

— Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 10 Oct. 2026

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