as in mixtures
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 mixes
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 composites
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026
The Artemis team worked closely with Rondal, Royal Huisman’s composites and spars subsidiary, to create Aera’s giant, one-of-a-kind sail with a leading edge shaped like an airfoil and a total surface area measuring 2,640 square feet.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2025
The end product is a rigid frame of aluminum alloy or titanium or carbon composites, with thin foam padding for the seat pan and back.
—New Atlas, 16 Dec. 2025
Most are either composites of or departures from the characters in Ware’s novel.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2025
Carbitex Flexible carbon fiber composites company Carbitex has named Adrienne Cristofoli as vice president of marketing.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 26 Sep. 2025
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The tech behind the resistance Although details of the material’s composition have not been fully disclosed in the CCTV report, analysts familiar with USTC’s materials-science research point to aerogel technologies and nanofiber composites as likely sources of inspiration.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for composites
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Drummond notes that other recipes for sour cream noodle bakes call for mixing the noodle and meat mixtures together before adding to the pan.—
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Future samples will likely contain mixtures of organics from multiple sources, some biological and some not.—
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The system features a robotic arm that mixes a wide range of cocktails with precision.—
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Producer Francesco Piro mixes the album with an ear for the alien and otherworldly so that none of the sounds feel like they were played by a few guys in a room.—
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These beta-rich alloys also formed denser and more stable electrode structures, which enhanced the interface between the electrode and the solid electrolyte.—
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The Truckle is made of German silver and jeweler’s bronze, which Andrews described as nickel alloys.—
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The new device combines this century-old turbine concept with modern triboelectric materials.—
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No other hotel combines the storied grandeur, the stylish Art Deco decor, the roster of legendary visitors, and that afternoon tea.—
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Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.—
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The descriptions of songwriting, too, are amalgams of their creative processes.—
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This short film blends traditional animation with abstract expressionism using innovative video-to-video techniques.—
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The San Bernardino band is a pioneer of the subgenre, which blends the traditional instrumentation of Mexican folk balladry with elements of American trap music, namely its beats and the gritty lyrical content that deals with matters of moving contraband, turf wars and endless hustle.—
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The system integrates detection, tracking, and interception capabilities into a single operational workflow.—
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Franz’s professional identity also reflects a modern, multifaceted skill set—one that integrates communication, composure, and performance.—
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Strength, endurance, agility and mental toughness are tested in constantly changing combinations designed to reward the most well-rounded performers.—
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Simple combinations like 1111, 4444 and 1234 were used to gain access to the messages waiting in the inbox.—
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“Composites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composites. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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