MINGLING Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

mingling 1 of 2

noun

as in mixture

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mingling

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verb

present participle of mingle

as in mixing

to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout the site where the river and the ocean mingle their waters to form a broad estuary

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as in associating

to take part in social activities mingling at a cocktail party

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Noun

The two-time Newbery medalist Erin Entrada Kelly recommends 10 books whose mingling of fear and suspense has tantalized her. — J. D. Biersdorfer, New York Times, 13 Oct. 2026 The front row is fashion’s premier place for mingling and status signaling. — Joan Kennedy, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2026 The hope, said KOFIC’s Han, was that the mingling over champagne and canapés might lead to future co-productions and partnerships. — Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026 However, the co-mingling of huge volumes of produce in washing and processing warehouses can lead to significant outbreaks. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 23 Sep. 2026 Each date includes gallery discussion, coffee and mingling time and an art-making activity. — La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026 But the flavors picked up from its time in used barrels remain, with notes of coconut, butterscotch, and caramel mingling with fresh fruit and citrus flavors on the palate. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026 The Boston Cooler, an iconic mingling of vanilla ice cream and Vernors ginger ale, is as quintessentially Detroit as coney dogs, Better Made potato chips and Sanders Bumpy Cake. — Scott Talley, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2026 In my experience, guests at other Awasis aren't much for mingling, but there are some exceptions among Brazilians, who are more likely to exchange friendly greetings after sharing a boat experience. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026

Verb

At The Baobab House one recent afternoon, entrepreneurs, aid workers, and artists of all kinds are mingling in Arabic and English. — Patricia Huon, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Oct. 2026 At Pao’s events, people often spend about 30 minutes mingling before the walk. — Angela Haupt, Time, 7 Oct. 2026 Those yellow jackets flitted around the room like bees before the event, mingling with fundraiser attendees and big-name actors, explaining what, exactly, City Year does. — Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026 Charmain Ware-Jason of Murphy’s and Sug After Dark Entering VinoTeca on a recent Wednesday evening felt more akin to mingling at a dinner party than perusing a wine shop. — Lia Picard, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026 Thick fringe folded over the front of her face, mingling with her spider-leg lashes, which brushed the bottom of her brows. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026 In his bedroom, there was a photo of him mingling with Princess Di at a party, and another of him at Princeton sitting next to none other than Albert Einstein. — Mike Hogan, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026 The two stars, who both work with stylist Kollin Carter, have been seen mingling at fashion events in Europe. — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026 Kate—who was photographed mingling with husband Prince William and Tom Cruise on the red carpet at Leicester Square Gardens—complemented her statement vintage jewelry with another meaningful piece that’s a favorite in her jewelry box. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 23 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for mingling

Noun

To achieve this, Danu’s robot employs a mixture of cameras, AI, and robotic arms to identify and sort waste much like a human would.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026
Beat egg white mixture until thick and glossy and mixture is barely lukewarm, 8–10 minutes.

— Tanya Bush, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of mixture

Verb

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

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These immediate, positive reinforcements can help the brain begin associating the healthier behavior with something rewarding.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
His family said Carbone specialized in securing endorsement deals for artists who never had considered associating themselves with consumer products.

— Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of associating

Noun

Problems emerge when those distinctive flavors don’t incorporate into the overall mix or too clearly smack of other artists’ sauce.

— Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 14 Oct. 2026
Wealth and Investment Management revenue increased 12% year over year with a balanced mix of Net Interest Income growth and Non-Interest Income growth.

— Jeff Marks, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of mix

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

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But because the intermingling of sports with politics and finance now runs so deep, holding power to account often requires investigations that transcend regular sports reporting.

— Alex Volonte, The Conversation, 1 Oct. 2026
As potential intermingling threatened this segregation, a white sergeant started berating the Black troops who already had their trays, shouting at them to dump their food and clear the room.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of intermingling

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

Noun

However, conventional fusion methods used in linear-optical systems often work probabilistically, meaning some attempts fail.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026
Jazz fusion keyboardist George Duke, however, plays wild splashes of melody on an electric piano in the empty spaces between Waits’s lines.

— Al Shipley, SPIN, 9 Oct. 2026

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