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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

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
There are, however, some exceptions—Michter’s 25 and Celebration Sour Mash (the latter is a blend of ages) push this boundary successfully. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2026 The production’s video elements — a blend of traditional live footage, wide-angle and close-up shots, and music-video highlights — were understated. Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
Inspired by the French, the fragrance was distilled in all the elements informing the perfume, from its name to the juice, which was created by Nadège le Garlantezec blending the likes of pink peppercorn and amirys essence, alongside Ylang Ylang, jasmine extract and vanilla absolute. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026 As a result, companies are increasingly blending data sources. Ni Tao, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blend
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blend
Noun
  • Chase, meanwhile, gives Melissa a winning mix of exasperation and heart, making her emotional journey feel earned even amid the absurdity.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Choose a blueberry muffin mix, then top with additional fresh berries for a bright and refreshing way to wake up.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Just as the story mines humor from the collision of old-fashioned ways with a modern frankness, Paul’s score combines the appeal of jaunty golden-age sounds with a freshness that feels present day.
    Naveen Kumar, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
  • This week in Atlanta, work remotely during a DJ set at a cafe, experiment with caviar and street food or get tickets to a supper club combining Korean and Indian flavors.
    Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Thankfully, matching lounge sets are the perfect solution to this universal dilemma, and right now, Amazon just marked down fresh styles for spring—with savings up to 37 percent off.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026
  • The pair of Brooklyn North narcotics detectives involved in the clash thought the man matched the description of someone who had just made a drug sale, a police source said.
    Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Transfer green bean mixture to a large plate.
    Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
  • He is widely known for pioneering large-scale analysis of ancient human genomes and for showing how population mixture shaped human history.
    Big Think, Big Think, 21 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Many devices integrate flash storage into their main logic boards and cryptographically pair it with other components for security, a practice popularized by Apple.
    Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Many colleges today have yet to integrate AI into learning, with professors often outright banning use of the technology in the classroom.
    Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • But not every airline has its mileage or point system’s prices correlate with its cash prices.
    Liz Knueven,Ryley Amond, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026
  • While real estate and stocks aren’t closely correlated in the long run, both can be affected by economic crises.
    Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Bass is an amalgamation of electronic music, featuring stylings such as dubstep and trap.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Bass is an amalgamation of electronic music, featuring stylings such as dubstep and trap.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The budget, which will be debated and adjusted by the mayor and the City Council, also merges three city departments into others and eliminates the Office of Child and Youth Success.
    Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
  • One remedy that many ticketing advocates and Democratic lawmakers want is for the government to force the breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster — which merged in 2010 — separating the concert promoter from the ticket seller.
    Rachel Treisman, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026

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“Blend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blend. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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