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verb

Synonym Chooser

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

Some common synonyms of mix are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mingle. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

When is it sensible to use amalgamate instead of mix?

Although the words amalgamate and mix have much in common, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When could blend be used to replace mix?

In some situations, the words blend and mix are roughly equivalent. However, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

Where would coalesce be a reasonable alternative to mix?

The meanings of coalesce and mix largely overlap; however, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When might commingle be a better fit than mix?

The words commingle and mix can be used in similar contexts, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When would fuse be a good substitute for mix?

The synonyms fuse and mix are sometimes interchangeable, but fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When can merge be used instead of mix?

While in some cases nearly identical to mix, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When is mingle a more appropriate choice than mix?

The words mingle and mix 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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of mix
Noun
Metal pipes, cleavers, champagne bottles, and Uzis are all in the mix. Mike Miller, EW.com, 26 Apr. 2025 As the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books kicked off Saturday across the sprawling campus at USC, the event once again became a magnet for a mix of celebrity authors from across the entertainment world and beyond. Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Verb
Simply mix up your behavior and choose to walk or roll while listening to quality discussions with longer formats, soothing voices, that offer stepwise solutions. Katy Bowman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025 Key News Asia ended a volatile week mixed as Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, and India outperformed, and Japan and Singapore were off. Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
Noun
  • Talking with a mixture of focus and intensity in his face, James looked at the practice court and was asked if the necessary ingredients to win him a fifth NBA championship were in the room.
    Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2025
  • If necessary, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture is slightly sticky, up to 1/4 cup total.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Paraclete 2, Sierra Canyon 0: Two pitchers combined for the shutout.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
  • On the lighter side, the Bluegrass Fields Salad combines Kentucky Bibb lettuce with seasonal berries and toasted almonds, dressed in a balanced raspberry-poppyseed vinaigrette.
    Nasha Smith, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • At a penthouse cocktail party in Austin the night before Natal Con began, the Collinses invited journalists to mingle with founders of gene editing and genetic engineering companies.
    Lisa Hagen, NPR, 25 Apr. 2025
  • There are multiple tables and booths for people to mingle or work.
    Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • With a menu designed to have something for everyone, Angry Ale’s has classic bar bites and a blend of comfort food with elevated, high quality dishes — including its fry lineup.
    Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2025
  • This stunning park features a blend of serene coastline, dramatic rock outcroppings, a deep gorge, and a river lined with towering redwoods.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • This means instilling a culture of accountability, ensuring employees are educated on security best practices, and integrating cybersecurity training into daily operations.
    William Jones, USA Today, 1 May 2025
  • These are something of an oddity in the Intel line-up, being the only processors to have memory integrated into the processor package, and the only ones to contain the Intel Arc 130V and 140V graphics chips.
    Barry Collins, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Workers associated with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) started arriving in offices shortly after President Donald Trump's inauguration in January.
    Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
  • The move comes after an NBC News investigation found that more than 160 babies have died in incidents associated with nursing pillows since 2007.
    Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 28 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • And This is 40 captures such an amalgamation perfectly.
    Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
  • This terrifying amalgamation of Sue and Elisabeth takes the stage at the New Year's Eve show, where it is ridiculed by the audience.
    Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Some marketplaces will merge, while others will be absorbed by larger players looking to expand their footprint.
    Peter Bendor-Samuel, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
  • So was a statement that the company would merge with another firm, according to the indictment.
    Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2025

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“Mix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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