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combination

[kom-buh-ney-shuhn] / ˌkɒm bəˈneɪ ʃən /
NOUN
mixture, blend
Synonyms
STRONGEST
combo consolidation merger mix sequence solution
STRONG
aggregate amalgam amalgamation blending brew coalescence composite compound connection fusion junction medley miscellany mishmash order soup stew succession synthesis unification union
WEAK
everything but kitchen sink olio
Antonyms
STRONGEST
division parting separation
STRONG
disconnection
WEAK
detachment dissolution disunion severance
NOUN
alliance, association
Synonyms
STRONGEST
consolidation merger partnership
STRONG
Mafia affiliation bloc cabal cahoots camarilla cartel circle clique club coalition combine compound confederacy confederation conjunction connection consortium conspiracy coterie faction federation gang guild hookup merging party pool ring set syndicate tie up trust unification union
WEAK
coadunation melding mergence
Antonyms
STRONGEST
division parting separation
STRONG
disconnection
WEAK
detachment dissolution disunion severance

Example Sentences

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The resulting single is playful and defiant — the perfect combination for a song of the summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Given the devastating combination of big scoring and clinical finishing that Price has shown in recent weeks, it is little surprise that no-one but Littler has beaten him in the Premier League since week four.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

There is a combination of factors at work to explain the shift in gold’s behavioral characteristics.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

The Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF gained 4.6% on Tuesday, helped by a combination of factors.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Inside, it’s softly lit and smells like a combination of the lavender essential oil mixture we use on the bedding and something pungent and medicinal.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.