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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
The Design Atelier offered a mix of fresh talent eager to meet buyers and media. Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 June 2025 The guest acting categories in both comedy and drama are crowded and dynamic, featuring a mix of prestige and self-submissions. Clayton Davis, Variety, 12 June 2025
Verb
This smoke is beginning to mix to the ground and fine particle levels have climbed into the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups AQI category across central and southern Minnesota. Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025 But in the fifth set, when everything was on the line, Paul mixed in just enough slices and sharp angles, while Khachanov fell back to his flat, grunting power, which has its limits in these parts. Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
Noun
  • Add the egg yolks and gently fluff the mixture with your hands to thoroughly combine.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 June 2025
  • Step 3: Soak Soak the silver in the mixture until all tarnish is removed.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 18 June 2025
Verb
  • The process can be complicated, but generally, under reconciliation, the goal is to combine spending and revenue provisions into a single bill.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
  • The film is deeply atmospheric, combining handmade aesthetics with an emotive, electronic score to craft a meditative journey about separation and connection.
    Jamie Lang, Variety, 9 June 2025
Verb
  • Creating space for past, current and prospective clients to mingle can provide a great opportunity for networking and new introductions alike.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
  • With the rise of casual dining experiences, munchie boards cater to those who enjoy picking at food over a long period, allowing guests to nibble and mingle without the pressure of a sit-down meal.
    Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 12 June 2025
Noun
  • It’s made with 20% pure shea butter, plus coconut oil, hemp seed oil, and a skin-nourishing blend of essential fatty acids and antioxidant vitamins C and E.
    Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 15 June 2025
  • Spiritless drinks like the Jerk nod to red-drink traditions with hibiscus, lime, and ginger, while Lemon Pepper (with its blend of tequila and fresh black pepper and lemongrass) pays homage to the wings made iconic by Black Atlanta.
    Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2025
Verb
  • As more sensors enter the mix, there is a growing need for an open architecture that allows new sensors to be quickly integrated into the detection network.
    Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
  • Kinshasa, meanwhile, would have to facilitate the M23’s transition to a legitimate political party and help its combatants integrate into the Congolese army or demobilize.
    Joshua Z. Walker, Foreign Affairs, 17 June 2025
Verb
  • Notably, the bitter sensitive alleles were also nominally associated with chronic kidney diseases and a range of markers of kidney health, including urinary proline betaine levels, glomerular filtration rate, serum non-albumin protein, and glucose levels 2 h after an oral glucose challenge.
    Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas, 15 June 2025
  • Blossom-end rot can be closely associated with soil moisture that is too wet or too dry.
    Nora Doonan, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2025
Noun
  • This amalgamation of features positions the PVS-14 as an exceptional choice for a variety of professional and recreational applications.
    Matt Morris, Space.com, 25 May 2025
  • The singles released so far have run the gamut sonically and represent an amalgamation of her past work from her 2010 debut album Animal to the more emotional Rainbow and High Road.
    Chris Malone Méndez, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
Verb
  • So many will be deactivated, while some will merge and in a few cases some will be rebranded.
    Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2025
  • Eventually, drivers will be able to take a ramp from Lakeview directly to the nearby 55 Freeway — instead of having to take the 91 and merging over.
    Jim Radcliffe, Oc Register, 13 June 2025

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“Mix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.

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