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
Pluribus blends grief, absurdity and deep human truths, as Carol does battle with not only the hive-minded ‘others’ who suddenly share all the world’s knowledge and memories, but also with her own isolation. Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026 The whiskey is distinguished by an unusually high proportion of pot still spirit, giving it a richer, spicier profile than many Irish blends. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Fittingly for a season that is all about coziness, hand feel is a key component for future Fall collections, and mills are providing technology and fiber blends that deliver on this. Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 3 Aug. 2026 This design features striking blends of bold colors to create a radioactive manicure. Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 2 Aug. 2026 The free festival blends nationally recognized performers, local artists, youth musicians, international food, art and community activities into a celebration of the people and traditions that have shaped American music. Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026 Before immigrating, Brunn had built a thriving spice business in Germany, specializing in complex blends for sausages, but Hitler’s rise to power in 1933 forced him to leave everything behind. Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 31 July 2026 The Google Pixel Watch 4 blends the best of technology with craftsmanship, looking both sleek and stylish all in one. George Yang, PC Magazine, 31 July 2026 These topicals come in 30-day supplies and range from two-ingredient blends to more intensive multi-ingredient formulas. Nicole Hernandez, USA Today, 24 July 2026
Verb
His content blends high-energy, unfiltered reactions to chaotic internet food hacks with relatable everyday sketches that often spotlight his family life. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026 Rather than prescribing rigid programs or focusing solely on physical health, the resort blends science with ancient wisdom, movement, nutrition, nature, and human connection to create experiences that feel individualized rather than intimidating. Gabby Shacknai, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 It is known for its playful, nostalgic streetwear that blends West Coast surfer vibes and skate culture. Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 Chris Collins-Pisano, who plays Sir Lancelot, said the production blends decades of comedy into a single performance. Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 This peachy pick blends the fruit with marigold, white oud, and wood for a bright fragrance that isn’t too heavy or sugary. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2026 Situated on a leafy corner of Buenos Aires’s prestigious Recoleta district, Sofitel Buenos Aires seamlessly blends French art de vivre with rich Argentine culture. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026 In short, the specific backgrounds of the top candidates will be less important than their ability to lead a modernized hockey operations department that cohesively blends scouting, player development, and every other element. Max Bultman, New York Times, 30 July 2026 The newest addition to San Leon’s coastal dining scene is Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House, which blends polished hospitality with deep local roots. Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blends
Noun
  • The products are sold as tablets, gummies, drink mixes, and concentrated liquid extracts or shots for drinking, which officials say can be especially risky.
    Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Shoppers caught a break with some types of salad mixes, though, which stores advertised at prices 7 to 24 cents cheaper than a year prior, the USDA said.
    ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • Two fuels, one engine At the heart of the demonstration is Amogy’s AMMDrive platform, which combines the company’s ammonia reformer with 2G Energy’s Agenitor 412 engine-generator.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The result is labs like Sonic Jeel, which focuses on sonic cultures; the Anthro-tech Atelier, which combines anthropology and design; and xLab, which designs typefaces and electronic displays built for Arabic scripts.
    Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • These varieties germinate best in soil between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit, which roughly correlates to daytime air temperatures in the 60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit range.
    Amanda Tust, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Based on our internal data, registration on gambling platforms correlates with higher default rates.
    Artem Lalaiants, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Noun
  • When mixtures of rare earth elements were introduced into the layered manganese oxide, the heavier elements—with their smaller hydration shells—fit more comfortably inside the narrow channels and bound tightly to the material.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
  • 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
Verb
  • Scoot's leadership masterfully integrates creativity with commercial discipline, utilizing data to enhance, not dictate, judgment.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Her work often integrates the modes of perception, underscoring the ephemerality of experience in the hosting venues of her exhibitions.
    News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Each child cruelty charge corresponds to one of the children identified in the indictment.
    CBS News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Scientists have sought a quantum system whose energy always corresponds to an input that makes the zeta function’s output zero.
    Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Scandium can be added to aluminum to produce lightweight alloys with higher strength and heat resistance, making the material useful in aerospace applications.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Most missiles, like the Tomahawk, are made of aluminum alloys and other metals.
    Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
Verb
  • His work merges natural forms, found materials, scientific experimentation, and movement into an artistic language that is both personal and universally resonant.
    News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026
  • OpenAI last week released a digital microphone button for ChatGPT Work, a desktop app that merges ChatGPT and Codex.
    Emily Forlini, Fortune, 27 July 2026

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“Blends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blends. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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