as in convergence
the coming together of two or more things to the same point
a happy confluence of beautiful weather and spectacular scenery during our vacation
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Recent Examples of confluence
In a confluence of events unusual for an NFL afternoon, the Broncos announced a lightning delay to the crowd at Empower Field just as the teams were leaving the field for the halftime break.
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
Debra Krol reports on Indigenous communities at the confluence of climate, culture and commerce in Arizona and the Intermountain West.
—Debra Utacia Krol, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2025
The confluence of new political pressures in post-pandemic Japan, namely inflation, a surge in immigration, and the rise of new forms of media, has shaken politics.
—Mireya Solís, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2025
Dune and swale systems are globally rare; this topographic variation — upland in the dunes, lowland in the swales — combines with the region’s unique confluence of biomes — particularly oak savanna, prairie and wetlands — to pack a lot of biodiversity into the preserve’s 42 acres.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
Debra Krol reports on Indigenous communities at the confluence of climate, culture and commerce in Arizona and the Intermountain West.
—Debra Utacia Krol, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2025
The confluence of new political pressures in post-pandemic Japan, namely inflation, a surge in immigration, and the rise of new forms of media, has shaken politics.
—Mireya Solís, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2025
Dune and swale systems are globally rare; this topographic variation — upland in the dunes, lowland in the swales — combines with the region’s unique confluence of biomes — particularly oak savanna, prairie and wetlands — to pack a lot of biodiversity into the preserve’s 42 acres.
—Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confluence
Noun
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This convergence occurs as enterprises demand portable solutions that prevent dependence on single cloud providers or database vendors.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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That model shaped business schools, K–12 ideation, and — ironically — today’s generative AI (random recombination plus statistical convergence).—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Kenneth Cole has long been a champion of the merging of fashion and social impact.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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If zipper merging is legal in your state, then it should be used during times of heavy, slow-moving traffic.—
Ahmed Jawadi,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And yet the Dolphins have found a way to remain masters of mediocrity, prolonging the NFL’s longest playoff win drought with a combination of misfortune and missteps.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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The wild berries and jasmine create this beautiful fruity-floral combination that makes the whole composition feel brighter and more playful, perfect for daytime wear.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Confluence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confluence. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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