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as in mixing
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
she blended the ingredients for the brownies very thoroughly to eliminate lumps in the batter
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as in correlating
to form a pleasing relationship
the colors blend nicely in that rug
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Recent Examples of blending
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Jason Bateman delivers the mundane analogy like a pro, blending sincerity and uncertainty inside his singular, nervous vocal rhythms.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
The Dead, which was founded in Palo Alto in 1965, found fans throughout the Bay Area and across the globe with their genre-blending, free-flowing music.
—Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Currently, Apple Valley’s water passes federal safety thresholds using a blending treatment process.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2026
Our opportunity lies within blending AI, design, domain expertise, and the human sciences.
—Ravi Kumar, Time, 25 Aug. 2025
Gabe Kaminsky, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
On the contrary, the home of Jim Beam has been pretty busy as of late, and the latest example is the new Knob Creek Blender’s Edition, a bourbon that is meant to highlight how important the art of blending is in American whiskey production.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
In response, the government plans to increase the blending of fuel with ethanol, from the current 5% to 20% ethanol blending.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Gasoline futures are known as RBOB, or reformulated blendstock for oxygenate blending.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
Genre-blending in Latin music is nothing new, but timing and execution set them apart, along with an uncanny ability to turn internet absurdism into cool songs, all wrapped in sharp musicianship and rock ’n’ roll panache.
—Maria Nenet Barrios, Pitchfork, 19 Mar. 2026
The blending of genres and using the genres for your artistic needs.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2026
To solve the high cost of green energy, a new partnership is launching the first-ever off-grid project to convert raw solar power into hydrogen for immediate grid blending in Spain.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2026
Just make sure to keep that cotton swap on hand for fast blending!
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The juicing versus blending debate has been going on for years in wellness circles.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 6 Apr. 2026
This 2023 Invictus Games wheelchair basketball event was another moment for Meghan to show off her knack for blending luxury and affordable pieces.
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
Her looks throughout the film's promotion cycle have leaned into bridal-chic, often blending cream and white colors with classic silhouettes and pearls.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
First opened in 1956, a time of high tiki, the Mai-Kai has long been one of South Florida’s most transportive dining experiences, a Polynesian dinner theater blending fantastical entertainment and genuine cultural education.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
Many KitchenAid stick blenders have a push button where the handle and blending arm come together.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Instead, try blending styles like pairing a modern sofa with a vintage table or placing a family heirloom next to a contemporary piece.
—Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 3 Apr. 2026
Maurer imagines blending the fungi with Martian or lunar dirt; their sticky mycelia would cement it into an extraterrestrial equivalent of particle board.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Detachable blending arm A detachable blending arm makes for easy cleanup.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Jason Bateman delivers the mundane analogy like a pro, blending sincerity and uncertainty inside his singular, nervous vocal rhythms.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
The Dead, which was founded in Palo Alto in 1965, found fans throughout the Bay Area and across the globe with their genre-blending, free-flowing music.
—Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
Currently, Apple Valley’s water passes federal safety thresholds using a blending treatment process.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2026
Our opportunity lies within blending AI, design, domain expertise, and the human sciences.
—Ravi Kumar, Time, 25 Aug. 2025
Noun
In Nashville this week, a subtle blending of business and politics was on full display.
—Gabe Kaminsky, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
On the contrary, the home of Jim Beam has been pretty busy as of late, and the latest example is the new Knob Creek Blender’s Edition, a bourbon that is meant to highlight how important the art of blending is in American whiskey production.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
In response, the government plans to increase the blending of fuel with ethanol, from the current 5% to 20% ethanol blending.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
Gasoline futures are known as RBOB, or reformulated blendstock for oxygenate blending.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
Genre-blending in Latin music is nothing new, but timing and execution set them apart, along with an uncanny ability to turn internet absurdism into cool songs, all wrapped in sharp musicianship and rock ’n’ roll panache.
—Maria Nenet Barrios, Pitchfork, 19 Mar. 2026
The blending of genres and using the genres for your artistic needs.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 13 Mar. 2026
To solve the high cost of green energy, a new partnership is launching the first-ever off-grid project to convert raw solar power into hydrogen for immediate grid blending in Spain.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 12 Mar. 2026
Just make sure to keep that cotton swap on hand for fast blending!
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
Church bells ring briefly each quarter hour to sound time, their melodic peals blending with ocean breezes.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The juicing versus blending debate has been going on for years in wellness circles.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 6 Apr. 2026
This 2023 Invictus Games wheelchair basketball event was another moment for Meghan to show off her knack for blending luxury and affordable pieces.
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
Her looks throughout the film's promotion cycle have leaned into bridal-chic, often blending cream and white colors with classic silhouettes and pearls.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
First opened in 1956, a time of high tiki, the Mai-Kai has long been one of South Florida’s most transportive dining experiences, a Polynesian dinner theater blending fantastical entertainment and genuine cultural education.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
Many KitchenAid stick blenders have a push button where the handle and blending arm come together.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Instead, try blending styles like pairing a modern sofa with a vintage table or placing a family heirloom next to a contemporary piece.
—Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 3 Apr. 2026
Maurer imagines blending the fungi with Martian or lunar dirt; their sticky mycelia would cement it into an extraterrestrial equivalent of particle board.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blending
Adjective
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In the last days of winter, this type of denim adds structure and balance, especially when paired with more flowing outerwear like trench coats.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
8 Mar. 2026
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Poor stars make for less flowing times and fewer good outcomes.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Ellison, whose father and main business backer is Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, always stresses a merging of content and technology that still needs to happen at legacy media.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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What was your wedding like, and the merging of families?—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The studio — microphones and a mixing board hooked up to a computer — is on the first floor of McIntire’s home.—
Allen G. Breed,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Yes, mixing highlights and lowlights can give brunette hair a range of shades.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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By correlating this economic power with global viewership trends, NNAF will validate the thesis that African content is not just culturally significant, but a commercially viable sector ready for institutional scale.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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These digital twins operate as autonomous agents capable of validating issues, correlating signals, applying fixes and escalating to humans only when needed, compressing resolution times while improving service quality.—
Peter High,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The shift to integration marks one of the most complex stages of aircraft development.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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Jay Banks, who in 1956 was the supervisor in charge of blocking integration at Mansfield High School, and one year later at Texarkana College.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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All terrain wheels and five point safety harnesses, combining easy maneuverability with safety and stability for everyday use.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Red Hawk Park, located at 2600 SW Old Port Road, is home to a multi-sport court combining tennis, pickleball and a half basketball court.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The other option is to ask Districts 2 and 3 commissioners to cede their corresponding areas into the incorporation efforts, Kilpatrick said.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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That said, Smith also admits that the torpedo bat's shape and corresponding swing weight could be making the bat feel easier to swing, which could in turn improve batting average rather than acting as a power tool blasting home runs out of the park.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Electronic instruments are also part of the mix, with some symphonic elements, while the dominant textures are mostly organic and obscure, created with glass harmonica, cristal baschet (an instrument made of glass rods and metal), and a squeaky water tap.—
Steve Appleford,
SPIN,
1 Apr. 2026
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With strong frequency response, the Air Pro 4+ work well for symphonic music as well.—
Mark Knapp,
PC Magazine,
26 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Blending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blending. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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