as in mixes
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
that fabric is a cotton and polyester blend, so it shouldn't shrink as much as pure cotton
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as in combines
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 correlates
to form a pleasing relationship
the colors blend nicely in that rug
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Recent Examples of blends
Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2026
That matters more than ever as nonalcoholic cocktails move beyond juice blends and into zero-proof spirits that cost enough to feel like an indulgence.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
This is a city of creative potential where soulful heritage blends with thriving modernity.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
Think outstanding examples of bottlings from Napa’s top-tier single vineyards or blends that combine the best grapes from the finest sites, all of which are produced in small quantities, often just a handful of barrels.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2026
Most people tolerate monk fruit well, but blends that include sugar alcohols (like erythritol) may cause digestive symptoms in some individuals.
—Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 16 Feb. 2026
Snif, sold at Ulta Beauty, has similarly dipped its toes, offering fragrances with gasoline and surf wax accords among its blends.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 16 Feb. 2026
To round things out, many formulas include multitaskers like niacinamide and hyaluronic acid for hydration and brightening, plus gentler exfoliants—think PHA or low-dose AHA/BHA blends, so skin gets the benefits of exfoliation without the irritation.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Feb. 2026
This poetic, interactive solo-theater piece blends fable and modern-day storytelling.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Feb. 2026
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 20 Feb. 2026
The formula also blends vitamin E with carnauba wax for a creamy finish that hydrates and conditions the brows.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2026
The standout, though, is the on-site restaurant and bar, Laut, which blends Asian flavors with Caribbean flair in a way that feels both unexpected and natural for the setting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
This design blends a varying dot-centric pattern with zebra print.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
One of those key elements that blends visual techniques as well as a deeper meaning is the ‘Shuhari’, a magnificent almost legendary firework that Keitaro tries to create as the firework’s factory’s swan song.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
During Pisces season, your mind may crave a subject that blends intuition with intellect.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
His approach blends restorative justice and social workers alongside police officers, aiming to support those in crisis with compassion and care.
—Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
Ethnic rhinoplasty often blends both approaches, using advanced techniques to create balanced results while maintaining structural integrity.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
Your 5th House of Creativity and Romance warms as the nurturing Moon blends with loving Venus there, encouraging playful expression that potentially heals old insecurities as well.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2026
That matters more than ever as nonalcoholic cocktails move beyond juice blends and into zero-proof spirits that cost enough to feel like an indulgence.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
This is a city of creative potential where soulful heritage blends with thriving modernity.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
Think outstanding examples of bottlings from Napa’s top-tier single vineyards or blends that combine the best grapes from the finest sites, all of which are produced in small quantities, often just a handful of barrels.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 17 Feb. 2026
Most people tolerate monk fruit well, but blends that include sugar alcohols (like erythritol) may cause digestive symptoms in some individuals.
—Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 16 Feb. 2026
Snif, sold at Ulta Beauty, has similarly dipped its toes, offering fragrances with gasoline and surf wax accords among its blends.
—Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 16 Feb. 2026
To round things out, many formulas include multitaskers like niacinamide and hyaluronic acid for hydration and brightening, plus gentler exfoliants—think PHA or low-dose AHA/BHA blends, so skin gets the benefits of exfoliation without the irritation.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Feb. 2026
This poetic, interactive solo-theater piece blends fable and modern-day storytelling.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
The exchange added political heat to an already sensitive topic that blends science, national security, and public curiosity.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 20 Feb. 2026
The formula also blends vitamin E with carnauba wax for a creamy finish that hydrates and conditions the brows.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 20 Feb. 2026
The standout, though, is the on-site restaurant and bar, Laut, which blends Asian flavors with Caribbean flair in a way that feels both unexpected and natural for the setting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
This design blends a varying dot-centric pattern with zebra print.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
One of those key elements that blends visual techniques as well as a deeper meaning is the ‘Shuhari’, a magnificent almost legendary firework that Keitaro tries to create as the firework’s factory’s swan song.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
During Pisces season, your mind may crave a subject that blends intuition with intellect.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
His approach blends restorative justice and social workers alongside police officers, aiming to support those in crisis with compassion and care.
—Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026
Ethnic rhinoplasty often blends both approaches, using advanced techniques to create balanced results while maintaining structural integrity.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blends
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These easy chocolate recipes start with boxed mixes, which take a lot of the hard work and pitfalls out of baking.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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This 27-track collection features updated mixes of iconic live performances alongside new remixes and medleys of classic Elvis recordings.—
Bob Mehr,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Built with a durable aluminum alloy exoskeleton, the robot combines strength with lightweight construction for improved agility and resilience.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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The program combines research, advocacy and direct outreach, aiming to better understand cancer patterns among firefighters and turn those findings into practical safety changes.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Where a human judges, a model correlates.—
Walter Quattrociocchi,
Scientific American,
18 Feb. 2026
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Nearly half of households own two or more cars, and more driving correlates with exposure to accidents.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
IndyStar,
17 Feb. 2026
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Without aluminum alloys and other metallic mixtures, assembly lines churning out modern tanks, trucks and airplanes would grind to a halt.—
Thomas Robertson,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Sugar does have benefits for feeding cut flowers, which is why it's added to the mixtures used by florists, but in flower food formulas, the sucrose is blended with antimicrobial elements to keep the water free from bacteria.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
11 Feb. 2026
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The function was subsequently removed, but not before the UK communications regulator, Ofcom, launched a formal investigation into X, which integrates Grok, over the issue.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Dopamine is a relay system that integrates all the sensory inputs that denote reward, and activates the desire to seek more, but it isn’t needed in itself to experience the joyful thrill of bliss.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In her experience, 15% often corresponds to about 33 pounds (15 kilograms).—
Nicole Hernandez,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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That corresponds to year-on-year increases of roughly 25% and 20%.—
Frederic Lemieux,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Without aluminum alloys and other metallic mixtures, assembly lines churning out modern tanks, trucks and airplanes would grind to a halt.—
Thomas Robertson,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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In alloys, the impurities act as roadblocks that heat helps the metal overcome.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Plans could blur as the impressionable Moon merges with nebulous Neptune in your 11th House of Friendship and Community, bringing welcome compassion but also frustratingly hazy expectations.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Quarteto Nuevo merges Western classical, eastern European folk, Latin and jazz.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Blends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blends. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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