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verb

Synonym Chooser

How is the word mix different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of mix are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mingle. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

When is it sensible to use amalgamate instead of mix?

Although the words amalgamate and mix have much in common, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When could blend be used to replace mix?

In some situations, the words blend and mix are roughly equivalent. However, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

Where would coalesce be a reasonable alternative to mix?

The meanings of coalesce and mix largely overlap; however, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When might commingle be a better fit than mix?

The words commingle and mix can be used in similar contexts, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When would fuse be a good substitute for mix?

The synonyms fuse and mix are sometimes interchangeable, but fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When can merge be used instead of mix?

While in some cases nearly identical to mix, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When is mingle a more appropriate choice than mix?

The words mingle and mix are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of mix
Noun
Before things heat up later in the week, low storm chances are in the mix for late Monday, June 22, according to the National Weather Service Fort Worth. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 June 2026 When the shrimp are cooked, stir in the remaining 1/4 cup Bloody Mary mix. Kate Williams, AJC.com, 22 June 2026
Verb
Smoke will not be equally thick everywhere, but air quality can change quickly depending on wind direction and how much smoke mixes down to the surface. Joe Ruch, CBS News, 23 June 2026 Add Compost Before planting any crop, take the time to mix compost into your garden or potting mix. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
Noun
  • Pile the chickpea mixture in the center and add cheese, tomatoes and lettuce.
    Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 24 June 2026
  • The medical examiner determined her death was the result of immersion in water and a toxic mixture of drugs.
    Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • The gel-cream combines hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, panthenol, and squalane to hydrate and soothe without feeling greasy.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026
  • Speculation over the relationship between Brown and Tatum has been regularly a storyline in Boston, but the pair combined to lead the Celtics to a championship in 2024 and Brown was named Finals MVP.
    Matt Schooley, CBS News, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • Fans are encouraged to represent their troop and mingle at the venues.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 17 June 2026
  • McAfee mingled among his flock.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Noun
  • Seapuri's Scalpy Bubble Tonic is a lightweight foam that delivers a cooling burst of relief thanks to a soothing blend of cica, panthenol, and menthol, while salicylic acid helps dissolve excess oil, flakes, and residue that can leave the scalp feeling congested.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 June 2026
  • This linen-blend striped shirt might inspire you to take a stroll by the Seine.
    Sarah DiMuro, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • Unlike Substrate, xLight’s strategy is to play nicely within the existing ecosystem, developing technology that can integrate into rather than displace ASML’s and TSMC’s existing architectures.
    Rob Toews, Forbes.com, 22 June 2026
  • Personalized treatments are built around three pillars—energetic renewal, conscious longevity, and stress management—and integrated with the landscape and architecture of the property and the regional cuisine.
    Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • What about a legal right for AIs to freely access the public internet (the right to information); or a legal right for AIs to interact with other AIs (the right to associate); or a legal right to some minimum amount of computing power (the right to necessary resources)?
    Rob Toews, Forbes.com, 22 June 2026
  • Governed by the ever-changing moon — associated with emotions, memory, intuition and our most basic needs — this Water sign governs our emotional world, family ties and deepest instincts.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • Parenting isn’t a singular task, but rather an amalgamation of mindsets and duties that are integrated into the rest of life’s experiences.
    Christian Dashiell Published, Parents, 18 June 2026
  • Boston’s tony South End is a wonderful amalgamation of a neighborhood that feels straight out of a European enclave.
    Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • Though most campuses of the merging schools neighbor one another, Miami Springs Middle and Miami Springs High are located around a mile and a half apart.
    Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 18 June 2026
  • Guided by the rare living sharks that once shared their seas, real-world expeditions seamlessly merge with cutting-edge visual effects to uncover stories from the deep and prehistoric seas in ways never before possible.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 June 2026

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“Mix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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