as in amalgamated
made from the joining of two or more parts or elements
the movie's special effects included the use of many composite photographs
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as in alloy
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a striking composite of two separate images
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as in to mix
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
wood chips can be composited or sold as mulch
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Recent Examples of composite
Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The composite filter lasts up to two years, while the RO filter can go an impressive four years without needing replacement.
—New Atlas, 5 Nov. 2024
João Medeiros, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
On the one hand, then, there is her persuasive idea that science is a social act with many assessors; on the other is the view that no one hypothesis can win, and that the truth is best available in a composite of theories and ideas.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2024
Jen Yamato, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2023
As part of their analysis, the researchers composited the health outcomes into 10 organ systems: cardiovascular, coagulation and hematological, fatigue, gastrointestinal, kidney, mental health, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological, and pulmonary.
—Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 14 Dec. 2023
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Adjective
Now, even that default 10 year lookback is absent from the aforementioned composite edition, as well as the also tardy prior composite edition covering 2017-19.
—Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The composite filter lasts up to two years, while the RO filter can go an impressive four years without needing replacement.
—New Atlas, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
The original was made with leather, metal, and plastic; the new version uses, instead, a sustainable composite biomaterial manufactured from kraft paper and resins, which is as strong as a fiber composite and as weather-resistant as plastic.
—João Medeiros, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
On the one hand, then, there is her persuasive idea that science is a social act with many assessors; on the other is the view that no one hypothesis can win, and that the truth is best available in a composite of theories and ideas.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2024
Verb
In compositing their stories, Durkin sets up the emotional catharsis of his film, an explosive confrontation moments after Kerry’s death in which Kevin physically takes out his anger and grief on his father.
—Jen Yamato, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2023
As part of their analysis, the researchers composited the health outcomes into 10 organ systems: cardiovascular, coagulation and hematological, fatigue, gastrointestinal, kidney, mental health, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological, and pulmonary.
—Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 14 Dec. 2023
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This driveline comes with hill launch assist, low traction launch, electronic air suspension, adaptive driving dynamics, electric power assisted all wheel steering, and a set of 21″ alloy wheels with tire repair.Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Both the belt and chain variants are built around a 6061 aluminum alloy frame and fork with an adjustable stem for improved comfort and fit.New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2024
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Different species of salmon are occasionally mixed up.Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2024
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Add the pureed carrots, beans and broth and mix well.Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 6 Nov. 2024
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Public debt, real assets and public equity have all grown over the past five years, at a compound annual growth rate of 32%, 27% and 19%, respectively, although private capital is still the most used.Anne Field, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Deloitte predicts that the technology could enable fraud losses to reach $40 billion in the U.S. by 2027, from $12.3 billion in 2023, a compound annual growth rate of 32%.Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2024
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Fold in crushed pineapple, and spread mixture in an even layer in baking dish.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Add the reserved lamb (leaving any juices in the bowl) and Sichuan oil mixture and stir-fry to coat, about 2 minutes.Lois Goh, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024
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The technology combines two molecules—one fragranced and one odor-neutral.Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
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The hope is that all the pollution cuts combined will limit the world's warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to average global temperatures from the late 1800s.Julia Simon, NPR, 22 Nov. 2024
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Alas, the brainchild of Blumlein, Klauss, and Lange himself remains a design treasure—a special amalgam of classical inspiration and contemporary savoir-faire.Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
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The album is not a hit, but its follow-up, 1996’s The Score, establishes the trio as a Beatlesque amalgam of three different personalities creating a unique blend of pop that the world finds irresistible.David Browne, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2024
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Given the demonstrable shot in the arm that out-of-home deliveries have given the holiday games since 2020, when Nielsen began blending those impressions with its vanilla TV data, Fox needn’t overly concern itself about losing ground this year.Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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For example, a midsized digital marketing agency might partner with a boutique UX design firm to offer more comprehensive services, such as creating end-to-end digital experiences that seamlessly blend marketing messaging with user-friendly interfaces.Amy Packard Berry, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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And with their amalgamation of talents, the clever clogs at CIES Football Observatory have valued Real Madrid’s squad at €1.8billion.Richard Amofa, The Athletic, 26 July 2024
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The final pie is a delightfully easy amalgamation of coconut macaroons and vanilla custard.Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Composite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composite. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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