How to Use blend in a Sentence

blend

1 of 2 verb
  • She blends psychology and crime in her new novel.
  • The music blends traditional and modern melodies.
  • In a bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch, and salt to blend them.
    Karoline Boehm Goodnick, BostonGlobe.com, 9 May 2023
  • Slowly add the vinegar through the top of the blender as the sauce is blending.
    Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 9 Aug. 2023
  • Just before dinner, blend two cups of the soup and stir it back in the pot to thicken.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 14 July 2023
  • Plus, they’re tucked out of sight in the club, which is camouflaged by a door that blends with the wall paneling of the rest of the bonus room.
    Kristin Luna, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2023
  • But with these jerk chicken tamales, both of the cultures blended so well.
    Chelsea Hylton, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2023
  • To thicken, blend a portion of the soup with a blender or immersion blender.
    Paige Grandjean, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
  • The dancers enter wearing costumes that blend with the shadows.
    Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2024
  • Use the Best of Beauty-winning Brush No.1 to blend it out and consider your face prepped.
    Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 27 Nov. 2023
  • The sea foam blue coating on the outside of the pool blends right into the California beach day scene.
    House Beautiful, 16 May 2023
  • Cowboy hats are the perfect way to not only blend with the crowd but keep your face shaded and cool from the summer sun.
    Josie Goodrich, USA TODAY, 16 June 2023
  • Harvest Blend Herbal Tea For a relaxing night in or work-from-home treat, turn to the harvest blend herbal tea.
    Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 19 Sep. 2023
  • This round neck sweater dress is blended with cotton, polyester, and spandex.
    Monica Bell, Peoplemag, 23 Jan. 2024
  • For Schwarzkopf-Tilbury, your method of blending is essential.
    ELLE, 27 July 2023
  • Today the city’s allure is the way the centuries blend effortlessly.
    Tony Perrottet, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2023
  • In the lobby, a backdrop of warm brown tones blends with bold furniture of a grand size — Ellard who picked the pieces is over six feet tall.
    Linda Laban, Robb Report, 1 Dec. 2023
  • And the piano’s staccato notes have to blend with a smoother continuity of strings.
    Robert D. McFadden, New York Times, 6 May 2023
  • Aptly named Peach Fuzz, the hue blends light pinks and oranges for a warm, romantic result.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2023
  • Emily began creating short films that would blend with the text.
    John Branch, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2023
  • The dark pigments were also blended on her lower lash line.
    Gabi Thorne, Allure, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Makeup sponges can also work for stamping on the powder and blending it out.
    Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 12 Oct. 2023
  • The series has its cake and eats it, too, blending high-stakes, shoe-leather reporting with thriller sizzle.
    Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2023
  • Reduce mixer to low and add 1/2 of flour mixture to eggs; beat until blended.
    Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 25 May 2023
  • To create the requisite winged shape, use a small, soft blending brush to pull out the shadow into a point that stops right under the end of your brows.
    Georgia Day, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2023
  • That base is thoroughly blended with thick, soft spaghetti noodles and big shreds of pork that have a great smoky bite.
    Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2024
  • Make the lime cream: Put sour cream, cilantro bunch and roasted garlic in a bowl to begin blending with an immersion blender.
    Jan Waddy, San Antonio Express-News, 10 May 2023
  • Both drinks are blended with ice until smooth, and both are delicious.
    Karen Schroeder-Rankin, Southern Living, 30 July 2023
  • The shades were blended to create a warm, shimmery ombré effect.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 13 Feb. 2024
  • Bring to a boil over medium high; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes to blend.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2023
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blend

2 of 2 noun
  • Pair clean, straight lines with earthy tones and rustic pieces for a blend that's all your own.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2024
  • The promise could be a blend of fiction and a little fact, Tripp said.
    Cameron MacDonald, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
  • With a blend of newfangled queens comes the magic of the series.
    Mckinley Franklin, Variety, 23 June 2023
  • Add the onion, carrots, celery, thyme, wild rice blend and stock.
    Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Croquettes the size of golf balls are golden and crispy on the outside with a creamy blend of potatoes and Comté.
    Detroit Free Press, 6 Mar. 2024
  • The pepperiness of the curry leaves blends with the saffron and stands up to the meaty, sweet scallops.
    Ben Mims, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2023
  • Well, like both blends, the answer is a little complex.
    Emily Heil, Washington Post, 16 Feb. 2024
  • Dancers are a unique blend of artist and athlete, and ballet is one of the most demanding styles.
    Jen Murphy, WSJ, 23 Dec. 2023
  • The Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco is made with chicken, creamy jalapeño sauce and a three-cheese blend.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 21 Mar. 2024
  • With a midi-length design, flowy fit, and luxe silk-satin blend, this skirt is what styling dreams are made of.
    Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Roasted Hatch chiles and jalapeños pack just the right amount of heat to a creamy blend of cheese that can be scooped up with chips, veggies, or baguettes.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2023
  • The dress is also made from a machine-washable blend of polyester and spandex.
    Terri Peters, Parents, 9 Oct. 2023
  • The complex blend features pot and column still rums that range from unaged to 10 years old.
    Tony Sachs, Robb Report, 2 June 2023
  • The scent is a blend of wild mint, eucalyptus, basil, and Thai ginger.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 19 Dec. 2023
  • The polyamide and spandex blend feels soft against the skin and causes zero chafing issues.
    Katrina Cossey, Parents, 11 June 2023
  • Simply spritz the blend of oils and butters onto your dry curls in the morning and style as usual.
    Jacqueline Saguin, goodhousekeeping.com, 10 June 2023
  • Sid's makes its burger patties with a half-pound wagyu and black Angus blend.
    Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 15 June 2023
  • Take the 2019 Gravels, a rare Rhône blend by Newfound Wines using carignane and grenache grapes.
    Betsy Andrews, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2023
  • In most states, the fall brings with it a switch to a cheaper blend of gasoline containing more butane.
    Santul Nerkar, New York Times, 20 Sep. 2023
  • The other three types may be a blend of different harvest years.
    Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2023
  • It’s made with a soy wax blend and burns for up to 80 hours for maximum enjoyment.
    Jenna Clark, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2023
  • Housed in a matte black, glass vessel its aroma — a blend of patchouli, neroli, and grapefruit — sparks the vibe of a winters' night.
    People Staff, Peoplemag, 17 Nov. 2023
  • The floral blend strays away from softness and leans all the dark and warm, courtesy of bergamot, incense, vanilla and more.
    ELLE, 1 Aug. 2023
  • De Haan said the effects of the winter blend entering the market might be seen in the form of lower gas prices within the next two weeks.
    Christian Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2023
  • The crowd at the Moody wore light-up cowboy hats and took videos, singing along to Gossett’s unique blend of Texas country and Americana.
    Rolling Stone, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Cargo pockets and a flap back pocket hold your gear while a cotton/nylon blend gives in all the right places.
    Maverick Li, Men's Health, 28 July 2023
  • This flagship wine is made from grapes sourced from the estate’s 95 acres of vines and uses only the best barrel lots in the final blend.
    Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2024
  • The hearty blend is an excellent dinner pick all season long.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Even better, its knit blend is made with a soft material that won’t itch throughout the day.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 Sep. 2023
  • In today’s Receipt, a 26-year-old mushroom farmer brews a daily blend of her own herbal tea and works long, intense days on the farm.
    Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 15 June 2023

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