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verb

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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
This Fall The scenic European country offers a mix of lively cities, glacial lakes, stunning ski resorts, and historic coastal towns. Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026 At the top of Winthrop’s Highlands, where the town quietly saves its best views, 144 Quincy Avenue serves up a briny mix of elevation, design, and proximity to the Atlantic. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
The pork is marinated for 12 to 24 hours in a special blend of Mexican spices mixed with orange juice, according to a restaurant representative, and cooked for five to six hours. Alexa Stone january 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2026 Diesel fuel was mixed with regular unleaded gasoline and that contaminated mixture was distributed to gas stations run by Costco, Murphy Express and King Soopers across the Denver metro, according to Colorado’s Division of Oil and Public Safety. Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 9 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
Noun
  • These two ingredients mixed together creates a powerful mixture perfect for lifting stubborn stains off grout because of their high cleaning and brightening properties.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating after each addition until just combined.
    Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Gap High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans These Gap jeans combine two big trends into one; a dark wash and a cuffed hem.
    Eva Thomas, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
  • This classic eucalyptus wreath combines green and off-white hues for the perfect wintry decoration that can easily be left on your door well into spring.
    Brittany VanDerBill, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The beauty mogul mingled with stars like Jennifer Lawrence and Chalamet's co-star Odessa A'zion and definitely spent her spare seconds hanging on to to her boyfriend, who took home the award for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy during the night.
    Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Inside, Kathryn Newton mingled with Chace Crawford near a decadent charcuterie spread and a piano mysteriously strewn with bread rolls and roses.
    Rachel Marlowe, Vanity Fair, 11 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Heavier fabrics like velvet, wool blends, flannel, or lined cotton add visual and physical warmth, helping to insulate windows and reduce drafts.
    Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Jiménez was one of the biggest names in the genre known as música popular, a blend of traditional Mexican ranchera music with Colombian sounds born in the country’s coffee-growing region, which includes Jiménez’s birthplace of Calda, Billboard reported.
    Theresa Braine, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The steering wheel is integrated directly with the Tensor Robocar autonomous driving system.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
  • The Serenity Pants fall under $90 and are an easy way to integrate this rich color into your wardrobe.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • A day after Good was killed, a Border Patrol agent in Portland, Oregon, shot and injured two people, who authorities said were associated with the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.
    Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Weir, along with Jerry Garcia, formed the band in Palo Alto in 1965, but is best-associated with San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury district.
    Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Their artistic alliance is an amalgamation of what each brings to their friendship.
    Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2025
  • Personality often comes through the amalgamation of luxury amenities.
    Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • These companies can still pursue the process and try to merge even if they're challenged in court.
    Dana Taylor, USA Today, 15 Jan. 2026
  • In his director’s statement, Edwin describes the film as an attempt to merge horror with dark comedy and surreal fantasy while confronting labor exploitation and dehumanizing working conditions.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Jan. 2026

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“Mix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

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