as in proximity
the state of being next to one another
The juxtaposition of contrasting colors gives the painting a chaotic effect.
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Recent Examples of juxtaposition
The eclectic mix had nothing nostalgic about it, rather speaking to the penchant of today’s youth for quirky juxtapositions and carefree self-expression.
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WWD, 3 Mar. 2025
Here, contexts are reconfigured and layering is an act that’s less about pairing and more about juxtaposition which creates a ladylike silhouette.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
The juxtaposition of sports has led to a too-easy and probably false narrative among fans and media this week that the men skating on ice might finally have moved ahead of the men dribbling on hardwood for overall appeal and popularity in America behind only, of course, King Sport football.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
This juxtaposition likely enhances the entire display, which may signal to females that the performer is of good breeding quality.
—Jason Bittel, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
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WWD, 3 Mar. 2025
Here, contexts are reconfigured and layering is an act that’s less about pairing and more about juxtaposition which creates a ladylike silhouette.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
The juxtaposition of sports has led to a too-easy and probably false narrative among fans and media this week that the men skating on ice might finally have moved ahead of the men dribbling on hardwood for overall appeal and popularity in America behind only, of course, King Sport football.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
This juxtaposition likely enhances the entire display, which may signal to females that the performer is of good breeding quality.
—Jason Bittel, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for juxtaposition
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“Juxtaposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtaposition. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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