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juxtaposition

juxtaposition

the placement of two things side by side, often in order to compare or contrast them
comparison
contrast
opposition
The juxtaposition of light and dark in the painting creates a striking effect.
The play explores the juxtaposition of tradition and modernity.
The director used the juxtaposition of sound to enhance the emotional impact of the scene.