concoction

Example Sentences

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A volatile concoction of fears, relief, optimism and nerves around the issue has made it a roller-coaster week for markets.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

Even those who swear by the broccoli concoction say they can’t be sure that they are benefiting from anything other than a placebo effect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

The couple then took things a step further, joining with other defendants in Southern California and Michigan to manufacture a bogus concoction bottled and labeled to mimic the authentic product, according to court records.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2026

On top of all this, Kincaid appears to have played a role in the concoction of the DOJ letter itself.

From Slate • Nov. 20, 2025

After the concoction was duly praised, and the children were occupied once more, Penelope and Miss Mortimer retreated to a nearby table.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood