conflate
verb (used with object)
to fuse into one entity; merge.
conflating
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present participleof conflate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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“There’s something fun about conflating the physical aches and pains of middle age with the more metaphysical aches and pains of middle age,” says Tropper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
The critics questioning Abu Dhabi’s and Dubai’s status as global hubs are conflating the security of the moment with structural dynamism and resilience over time.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 18, 2026
“A central misperception among investors is conflating the fortunes of speculative crypto assets with the adoption trajectory of payment stablecoins,” Lau wrote.
From Barron's ● Mar. 16, 2026
You’re conflating two different problems: hackers and hardware.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 28, 2025
“That’s not—It’s not—You just can’t go conflating things like that.”
From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds
