Definition of comminglenext

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How is the word commingle different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of commingle are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, fuse, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When can amalgamate be used instead of commingle?

While the synonyms amalgamate and commingle are close in meaning, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is blend a more appropriate choice than commingle?

Although the words blend and commingle have much in common, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

When might coalesce be a better fit than commingle?

While in some cases nearly identical to commingle, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When is it sensible to use fuse instead of commingle?

In some situations, the words fuse and commingle are roughly equivalent. However, fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

Where would merge be a reasonable alternative to commingle?

The meanings of merge and commingle largely overlap; however, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When could mingle be used to replace commingle?

The words mingle and commingle are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

In what contexts can mix take the place of commingle?

The words mix and commingle can be used in similar contexts, but 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 commingle In each case, Wheeler says his money was deposited into accounts for Powell’s Neptune Theatrical Productions and commingled by Powell, who did not provide investment documents, financial updates or distributions, even as Powell shared profits with other investors. Justin Wingerter, Denver Post, 21 Jan. 2026 Officers outfitted for combat commingle with Americans screaming obscenities and taunting them. Nick Miroff, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2026 The tartness of the fruit and the tang of the cream cheese commingle so well and add dimension to the sweetness of the powdered sugar. Katie Akin, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025 First Brands is also accusing James of commingling corporate and personal accounts and draining more than $700 million from the business. Jonathan Randles, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for commingle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commingle
Verb
  • Dante Nori hit into a run-scoring forceout against Ricardo Sánchez, the first of six relievers who combined to finish a five-hitter.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
  • Cowboy hats, jeans, a lot of alcohol and bull riding combine into a special mix of hypermasculine rituals at Mexican rodeo shows.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Over his generous pours of cheap beer and dive-bar cocktails, aging All-Americans and national champions told stories about their old coach, mixing in laughs with the occasional Holtz imitation.
    Andrew Carter, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
  • That worry, however, appears to mostly be coming from outside of the organization, from fans and scouts, though members of the latter group came away impressed with the way Manaea mixed his pitches against Miami.
    Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The administration also eliminated the dedicated Iran office, merging it with the Iraq office.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Mar. 2026
  • In the desire to close a transaction, merging parties may be more willing to come to the table.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Terafab is designed to produce up to one trillion watts of compute annually, integrating logic, memory, and advanced packaging in a single facility.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2026
  • But the sleeping area is the room most loved by the owners—the bespoke headboard serves as a storage element integrated into the closet.
    Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 22 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Romantasy books blend the best of both the fantasy and romance genres, delivering high-stakes political conflicts, endless action and plot twists, and, of course, swoon-worthy love.
    De Elizabeth, Glamour, 17 Mar. 2026
  • The warm tones in the braids absolutely glowed, especially when paired with a striking pop of more dramatic color from the super-blonde, nearly platinum color in the mid-lengths, which blended with chocolate and espresso brunette tones for a cool color contrast.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Furthermore, the platform applies AI analytics to help amalgamate that information into actionable insights.
    Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
  • So The Athletic asked Gary Bettman in December if the NHL had a process in place to amalgamate Jets 1.0 and 2.0 NHL records under the umbrella of the current franchise, as would be the wishes of most Jets fans.
    Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Metaphors, absurdities and seriousness intermingle in this production from New Forms LA and directed by Marissa Pattullo.
    Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Repeat cutting a few of the oldest branches at a time for the next couple of years until there’s adequate new growth intermingling with the old growth.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026

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“Commingle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commingle. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.

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