synergistic
adjective
syn·er·gis·tic
ˌsi-nər-ˈji-stik 
1
: having the capacity to act in synergism
synergistic drugs
2
: of, relating to, or resembling synergism
a synergistic reaction
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The formula pairs pure retinol with vitamin B3 (known as niacinamide) for a synergistic effect: Niacinamide's soothing effects make retinol easier to tolerate so that people with sensitive skin can reap its benefits.
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Deanna Pai, Allure, 2 Aug. 2024
Now, Instituto Tomie Ohtake in São Paulo is illuminating the American and Spanish artists’ synergistic oeuvres with Calder + Miró (on view through September 15).
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 15 July 2024
However, more research is needed to fully understand its synergistic effects.
—Mary Choy, Health, 14 July 2024
In my mind, the most critical need for the town is to unite in a cohesive, collaborative and synergistic way.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
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Deanna Pai, Allure, 2 Aug. 2024
Now, Instituto Tomie Ohtake in São Paulo is illuminating the American and Spanish artists’ synergistic oeuvres with Calder + Miró (on view through September 15).
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 15 July 2024
However, more research is needed to fully understand its synergistic effects.
—Mary Choy, Health, 14 July 2024
In my mind, the most critical need for the town is to unite in a cohesive, collaborative and synergistic way.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
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synergistic
adjective
syn·er·gis·tic
ˌsin-ər-ˈjis-tik
: of, relating to, or able to act in synergism
synergistic drugs
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synergistic
adjective
syn·er·gis·tic
ˌsin-ər-ˈjis-tik
1
: having the capacity to act in synergism
synergistic drugs
synergistic muscles
2
: of, relating to, or resembling synergism
a synergistic reaction
a synergistic effect
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