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verb

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

Some common synonyms of blend are amalgamate, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

In what contexts can amalgamate take the place of blend?

While in some cases nearly identical to blend, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is it sensible to use coalesce instead of blend?

Although the words coalesce and blend have much in common, 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 blend?

The words commingle and blend 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

Where would fuse be a reasonable alternative to blend?

The meanings of fuse and blend largely overlap; however, 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 blend?

The synonyms merge and blend are sometimes interchangeable, but 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 blend?

In some situations, the words mingle and blend are roughly equivalent. However, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When could mix be used to replace blend?

The words mix and blend are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of blend
Noun
That means now is a great time to get in on the action with one of the leading sportsbooks, which are offering a blend of compelling sign-up bonuses along with a variety of existing-user promotions that will provide significant value to football fans. Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Sep. 2025 This noise blends with that coming from road, railway, bridge and housing construction projects, which often go on day and night in Mumbai, year-round. Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
Instead, Crown Royal blended its classic whiskies with a measured dose of chocolate, resulting in a spirit that opens with vanilla and oak on the nose, caramel and dark cacao on the palate, and a finish that stays true to the brand’s trademark smoothness. Emily Price, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025 The song's lyrics blend themes of unbreakable love with overt football imagery that perfectly align with Kelce's world. EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blend
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blend
Noun
  • It was canceled in the president's 2026 budget proposal, but Congress added Gateway funding back into the mix to the tune of $750 million per year, through fiscal year 2028.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The concept is nothing new, but over time a mix of lax enforcement, low investment and legal exceptions have led to a patchwork of laws that often prioritize parking over visibility.
    Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Auction ylelds $70,000 combined for two hams at the FFA breakfast as one highlight of the 2025 Wilson County – Tennessee State Fair now in the books.
    Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 30 Aug. 2025
  • The LiF@spinel approach combines a spinel buffer for rapid ion movement with a LiF outer layer that blocks corrosive attack, the researchers said.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Saturdays in the South during football season can't be matched.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
  • GloRilla tapped into her preppy side in a plaid bustier dress, matching jacket and a hot pink Versace bucket bag.
    Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • In the new location, a mixture of booths and light-wood tables cover the floor.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The mixture is generally safe in small amounts, but excessive intake can cause side effects, such as tooth erosion and stomach upset.
    Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • While 44% of employees say their organization has begun integrating AI, only 22% report seeing a clear plan, and just 30% say their company has even basic guidelines.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Competing with Meta’s first venture into this market, Apple is developing smart eyeglasses that will integrate a camera, a mic, and an AI assistant.
    Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Clearly, this correlates nearly with the birth rate exploding; 16 players born in 1948 represented England, including Ray Clemence and Trevor Brooking, the highest figure for any single year since 1901.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • But basketball presented an additional challenge for an Ultimate Team mode, as hoops performance is generally more height-correlated than in soccer, complicating how WNBA players might fare on the same virtual court as NBA players in MyTeam.
    Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Longo is known for his photorealistic paintings and drawings, but many of his works are an amalgamation of images real, imagined, and tweaked.
    Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Our hope is that Cane is an amalgamation of all of the terrible billionaires in the world.
    Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Follow all signs and instructions to merge, slow down, or stop.
    Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 7 Sep. 2025
  • To that end, Parmigiano Reggiano will merge into the MetLife Stadium marketing and menu.
    Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025

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“Blend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blend. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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