blends 1 of 2

plural of blend

blends

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of blend

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of blends
Noun
The spa, wrapped in glowing green marble, offers a peaceful escape where therapists personalize treatments using blends of Biologique Recherche products. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 There have been several releases over the years, including Explorer, a 6-year-old bourbon, and multiple batches of the Legacy series, which are blends of aged whiskeys. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 July 2026 Currently on my radar are washable silks that stay polished straight out of my suitcase, airy linens, and soft Tencel blends that never weigh me down. Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026 For example, textile sorting facilities could use this for production quality control, especially since many new types of textiles are blends of different fibers that are hard to identify. Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 10 July 2026 Using a palette dominated by pink, green and black, Boynton’s unconventional fabric blends and cuts enhance the cheeky tone of this production. Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 Dollar Tree carries a surprising lineup of protein-forward snacks, including shakes, jerky, nut blends, protein bars and ready-to-eat meal kits, that can quietly do a lot of nutritional work for a buck or two. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026 It’s being replaced by native grasses, clover blends, gravel gardens, and layered groundcovers that require less water and maintenance, while delivering greater texture and regional character. Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 Featuring a crust made with fresh thyme, this tomato tart blends herbs, butter, tomato and goat cheese for a delicious, elegant savory treat. Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
Verb
The room blends Italian comfort with NoDa edge, which gives it a looseness that keeps the food from feeling overly precious. Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026 Kerr, for example, questioned Valdez’s command of English given his use of Caló, a culturally specific dialect that blends Mexican Spanish slang with English. Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 16 July 2026 The resort expertly blends immersive art installations, a decadent spa with a Turkish hammam and superb restaurants, including its signature overwater Japanese restaurant, Saoke. Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026 The highlight of the collection is the Parke Daydream Refresher, a pink summer beverage that blends strawberry dragon fruit and a strawberry flavor shot with creamy oat milk, and which is topped with a layer of pink strawberry cold foam. Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 15 July 2026 The success is both the result of a phenomenal album, which blends past and present to beckon a return to the dance floor, and an aggressive and strategic promotional strategy. Tom Smyth, Vulture, 14 July 2026 Its clean, minimalist silhouette has a timeless look that blends effortlessly with a variety of decor styles and is built to stand up to everyday use. Better Homes & Gardens, 11 July 2026 Meanwhile, the formula blends vitamin E with raspberry seed, sunflower seed, and marula oils. Deanna Pai, Vogue, 10 July 2026 The collection, codesigned by Jenner and Aiello, blends Hollywood glamour with Jenner’s distinct approach to style. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blends
Noun
  • Bagged salad mixes and kits, raspberries, fresh basil, green onions and snow peas have all been linked to previous outbreaks, health officials say.
    Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
  • Raspberries, basil, salad mixes — like vegetable trays and coleslaw — cilantro, berry and fruit mixes, lettuce and snap peas have all been linked to outbreaks in the past.
    Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Verb
  • The setup combines traditional diesel generators with electric propulsion to ensure reliable and efficient cruising while reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 July 2026
  • Pixel control unlocked The system combines a phase-change material with a crossbar network of copper wires similar to those used in display technologies.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
Verb
  • Irrespective of a student’s major or family income, financial support (from any source, in any amount) correlates with higher graduation rates.
    Jay A. Perman, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2026
  • The p-tau217 test measures a form of tau that correlates with how much plaque buildup someone has and gives a hint about tangles, Sperling said.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026
Noun
  • New methods for testing chemical mixtures Thousands of chemicals are used in commerce and released into the environment.
    Brad Reisfeld, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
  • More recently, drones have been used to drop incendiary mixtures that ignite apartment buildings and residential blocks.
    David Kirichenko, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Unlike isolated gym exercises, soccer naturally integrates these elements in a dynamic and enjoyable environment.
    Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 14 July 2026
  • And Sonny eventually integrates with a few of her fellow resort-goers, and learns there’s more to them in reality than her imaginings.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
Verb
  • Yin corresponds to blood in the liver, and a liver yin deficiency can lead to dry eyes, blurred vision, or decreased visual acuity.
    Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026
  • Its most common glide bomb models are the FAB-250, FAB-500, FAB-1500, and FAB-3000, where the number corresponds to the nominal weight of the bomb in kilograms.
    Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Most missiles, like the Tomahawk, are made of aluminum alloys and other metals.
    Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
  • These new alloys also work well with 3D metal printing, enabling the production be complex parts that are hard or impossible to produce with traditional methods.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
Verb
  • The Future is Right Now Luxury eyewear that merges technology and top-notch service is not some future aspiration.
    K.H. Koehler, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The first merges Birkenstock’s first-ever sandal, the one-strap Madrid from 1963, featured with the Big Buckle, and is merged with its successor, the Arizona sandal launched in 1973 and defined by the brand’s original square buckles.
    Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 28 June 2026

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“Blends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blends. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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