melding

verb

present participle of meld
as in combining
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 melding In a way, the film’s method embodies Hamaguchi’s philosophy of melding the inside and outside. — Elissa Suh, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026 The fabric draped beautifully down her back, seemingly melding into her dress to create an ethereal vision. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026 And, as second- and third-generation Texans, Beyoncé and Selena were both able to take their heritage and interpret it, while also melding it with the melting pot of influences they were surrounded by. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026 The music — a medley of the Netflix series’ score and soundtrack — will drive the storyline and energy of scenes, while also melding with the pattern of dialog in the clips, creating a natural flow to the show. — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2026 Born Tim Bergling, Avicii was a Swedish DJ and producer who created some of the 2010s’ most recognizable electronic songs by melding country and soul influences into his discography. — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2026 Sprouse’s first collections in the mid-1980s made a major splash, melding graffiti prints, a playful ’60s aesthetic, and bright Day-Glo colors that won admirers such as Andy Warhol. — ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2026 Despite its tragic beginning, La Jefa has emerged from the ashes thanks to the Suros’ singular vision of melding heritage and innovation. — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026 And Hiller is Emmy-nominated this year for his guest role of Larry in another Apple TV show, Pluribus — Vince Gilligan’s drama series about a mind-melding pandemic starring Rhea Seehorn as its virus-immune lead. — Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for melding
  1. combining
  2. mixing
  3. merging
  4. integrating
  5. blending
  6. amalgamating
  7. incorporating
Verb
  • Rays batters struck out 13 times after combining for 14 in the first two games.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The farm's latest maze pays tribute to country music legend Dolly Parton, combining a fall favorite with a celebration of the singer's music and philanthropy.
    — Alexa Liacko, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of combining
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  • The two-day program will feature more than 20 sessions, mixing keynotes, panels and master classes with practical sessions.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Ooni’s Halo is a countertop mixer with a dual-kneading function usually seen on professional machines, plus a precision dial that allows for more control of mixing speed.
    — TIME Staff, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of mixing
Verb
  • By merging the two failing car companies, Marchionne created the seventh-largest vehicle manufacturer in the world, increasing Fiat’s value more than tenfold.
    — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Heineken is also merging nine country businesses into four multicountry operating units in Europe, including one bringing together Belgium and the Netherlands and another for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
    — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of merging
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  • Years of integrating services, supported by money and the authority to require involvement, help explain Abu Dhabi’s progress.
    — Inzamam Rashid, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The center has been created to link consumer fragrance, fine fragrance and oral care expertise, while integrating capabilities from the group’s care and wellness, and taste, nutrition and health divisions.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of integrating
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  • Chow followed it with Kung Fu Hustle (2004), another genre-blending smash that earned more than $100 million worldwide and cemented his reputation as one of Hong Kong’s greatest comedy-action hitmakers.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Coinciding with the presentation that christened her store, Hod also launched a fragrance blending green tea and orchid blossoms, which is available to purchase as a perfume, candle or diffuser.
    — Ari Stark, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of blending
Verb
  • Moreover, Skida had been amalgamating preseason orders with instant stock in the same retail order flows, creating a host of complicated inventory issues.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026
  • To Coimbra, some key questions involved amalgamating real-life characters into fictionalized ones while still honoring victims and survivors, as well as faithfully recreating the look and feel of the time.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026
Definition of amalgamating
Verb
  • For the right project, incorporating EB-5 alongside appropriate oversight, experienced professionals and strong compliance procedures could help developers navigate a challenging financing environment and move projects toward completion.
    — Jill Jones, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • This includes selecting suitable cutting tools, refining machining procedures, and incorporating robotic arms into assembly tasks.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of incorporating

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“Melding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/melding. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026.

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