combining 1 of 2

noun

Definition of combiningnext
as in merging
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one abhors the combining of business and pleasure at sales conferences

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combining

2 of 2

verb

present participle of combine
1
as in connecting
to come together to form a single unit the room's highly varied design elements combine to form a harmonious whole

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2
as in mixing
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout combine the sugar and flour in a bowl

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for combining
  1. connecting
  2. merger
  3. fusing
  4. integrating
  5. unification
  6. uniting
  7. merging
  8. consolidation
Verb
  • By connecting features like billing, single sign-on and data synchronization, these partnerships can deliver a unified experience to the end user.
    — Joshua Siler, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Bird Buddy plans to launch the Petal camera on Kickstarter this spring, continuing their mission of connecting technology with nature in engaging and user-friendly ways.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of connecting
Noun
  • Paramount’s controlling shareholder, Shari Redstone, has agitated for a settlement to help move along the company’s pending merger with David Ellison’s Skydance Media.
    — Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Paramount management last month said the merger is still on track to close before the end of June.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of merger
Verb
  • Its purpose is to replicate the physics of a star by fusing the nuclei of atoms, thereby generating limitless fusion energy.
    — IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Fusion, the process of fusing atomic nuclei to release vast amounts of energy, is the same reaction that powers stars like our Sun.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of fusing
Verb
  • As businesses need to stay competitive, integrating AI solutions has become essential.
    — Melissa Houston, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Denver’s below-average offense (22nd in total yards per game) is integrating new pieces during the final weeks in the hopes of becoming more dynamic.
    — Scott Phillips, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of integrating
Noun
  • Prussia’s power on the world stage—which culminated in their stunning victory in the Franco-Prussian War from 1870 to 1871 and the unification of Germany under Prussian influence—would lead to Bismarck’s victories over liberals at the ballot box as well.
    — Christine Adams / Made by History, TIME, 13 Mar. 2025
  • More than 1,000 students were then taken to a local church for a unification process.
    — Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of unification
Verb
  • However, uniting teams with different priorities and workflows is easier said than done.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Brett for me stands out as a beacon of connection—uniting people through humor, vibrant communities, and shared experiences.
    — Lawrence Wintermeyer, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of uniting
Verb
  • With the first season deemed successful and warmly received, the prospect of merging these two racing entities has become a possibility.
    — Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Kyle Larson discussed the prospects of High Limit Racing merging with the World of Outlaws.
    — Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of merging
Noun
  • The result, across companies, is more consolidation and merging of teams, smaller pay packages for top talent, and even a rethinking of programming strategy.
    — Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Mar. 2025
  • With so much uncertainty looming over the EV charging industry — plus the shakeout that typically occurs among nascent tech industries — there’s bound to be consolidation this year.
    — Bob Woods, CNBC, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of consolidation
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