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combinations

British  
/ ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃənz /

plural noun

  1. Often shortened to: combs.   coms.  US and Canadian term: union suit.  a one-piece woollen undergarment with long sleeves and legs

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As with many things in cooking, it’s a trial-and-error process — some flavor combinations may not translate well on the plate, while others may blissfully surprise you.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

They also often have particular combinations of fat, sugar, sodium and carbs that can make people crave them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Future studies should focus on refining surfactant combinations and evaluating the long term effects of water diesel emulsions on engine components.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

In 2023, #WhitePeopleMeals trended on RedNote as Chinese users posted combinations like raw carrots wrapped in cheese, plain bread and ham, and avocado toast.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

There are many combinations of notes that share some harmonics and make a pleasant sound together.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones

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