as in blend
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
her music is a meld of various styles
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as in to combine
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
a cuisine that melds East and West into strikingly original flavor combinations
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Recent Examples of meld
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025
Such work has not yet been approved for routine purposes, even when the aircraft is small and controlled by a human on the ground—a man-machine meld that keeps a pilot in the loop.
—IEEE Spectrum, 29 Nov. 2011
Miles Socha, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
At the same time, major Hollywood studios melding into their global-facing streaming platforms has local broadcasters looking to differentiate themselves in an increasingly crowded TV market, and looking to OUTtv for partnerships.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2025
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Noun
This weightless multitasker adds a hint of radiance to the skin—as a primer below foundation or simply on its own.
Concealer for Women Over 50
The best concealers for women over 50 meld hydrating ingredients with actives, such as peptides, for anti-aging benefits.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025
Such work has not yet been approved for routine purposes, even when the aircraft is small and controlled by a human on the ground—a man-machine meld that keeps a pilot in the loop.
—IEEE Spectrum, 29 Nov. 2011
Verb
The Ballets Russe is highlighted as a key influence on Poiret, who was struck by how the dancing, music, costumes and set design melded into a total art piece.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
At the same time, major Hollywood studios melding into their global-facing streaming platforms has local broadcasters looking to differentiate themselves in an increasingly crowded TV market, and looking to OUTtv for partnerships.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meld
Noun
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Strawberry Basil Lemonade Fresca: Refreshing lemonade made with agave nectar and a strawberry puree fruit blend, infused with fresh strawberries and basil.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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The selection fulfilled a years-long expectation that Flagg — with a generational blend of size, athleticism and play-making prowess — would become a first-overall pick.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2025
Verb
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Spanning three levels and over 17,000-square-feet, The Louis combines retail, exhibition and hospitality spaces.—
Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Both of these pieces combine the shade with soft, easy-to-wear silhouettes.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
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Hampshire all-rounder Liam Dawson, a fine left-arm spinner, should really be in the mix but has been ignored.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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So for us, the Little Rock Zoo was the perfect mix of audience and education.—
Harley Walls,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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As part of its founding as a party in 2022, the Forward PAC merged with the Renew America Movement, made up of former Republican officials, and the Serve America Movement, a group of Democrats, Republicans, and Independents.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
8 July 2025
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The satellites came together, or merged, on June 13 and June 30 but separated again within a few hours.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 July 2025
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Once the mixture is combined, add peanut butter and continue to mix until combined.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Brush butter mixture over tops of rolls and sprinkle with parsley.—
Elizabeth Nelson,
Southern Living,
30 June 2025
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The publicly available data dashboard, unveiled by officials on Tuesday, integrates information from police, the court system, jails and prisons with the goal of creating a fuller picture of how cases move through the system from start to finish.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2025
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Additionally, Strava, a digital activity tracking app, is integrated into routes around the resort.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
28 June 2025
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The universe containing Marty and Felicia is only in Chuck's head — an amalgamation of people and experiences from throughout his life.—
Ashley Boucher,
EW.com,
6 June 2025
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The album musically represents an amalgamation of both John’s and Carlile’s sounds, blending Carlile’s folk and country sensibilities with John’s signature brand of pop.—
Chris Malone Méndez,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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With seven of its nine tracks hitting Billboard’s Top Ten, Thriller amalgamated the lines of genre, form and grandly, that of race leading Black music back to its natural position of the forefront amid the clouds of being marginalized.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Crisp and raw acidity needs time to amalgamate with red fruit.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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“Meld.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meld. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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