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as in hybrid
being offspring produced by parents of different races, breeds, species, or genera
our mixed dog has a greyhound's body but the features of a collie
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as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
the continuing education program offers a very mixed selection of courses
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as in combined
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
those ingredients should not be mixed until the last stage of the recipe
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as in mingled
to take part in social activities
happily mixing with the other guests at the party
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Recent Examples of mixed
Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
The vaulted lobby, dressed up in jewel tones, ornate wall panels, and mixed materials, sets the tone for the rest of your visit.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Lindsey Desoto, Health, 30 Jan. 2026
Unsweetened cocoa powder is mixed with sugar, then added to hot milk or water.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 30 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Investigators believe one of the half-brothers — Carlos Hernandez, 13 and Christopher Benitez, 23 — mixed energetic powders and may have pressurized the mixture, sparking the blast.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
The vaulted lobby, dressed up in jewel tones, ornate wall panels, and mixed materials, sets the tone for the rest of your visit.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
Whey protein works well as a snack or mini meal, especially when mixed with milk, nut butter, or fruit.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 30 Jan. 2026
Unsweetened cocoa powder is mixed with sugar, then added to hot milk or water.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mixed
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The vehicle’s design has been refined ever so slightly to account for these changes, and there’s more room inside, though trunk space leaves something to be desired in the top-of-the-line GT 63 S E Performance thanks to its hybrid system.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
29 Jan. 2026
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The study found Musk's public political stances also helped to increase the sales of other automakers' electric and hybrid vehicles by 17-22% as drivers who were opposed to the CEO's politics fled to other EV manufacturers.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
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Spa staff was also on-point with appointments running smoothly and explanations of the venue’s eclectic treatments.—
Sara Liss,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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Celebrating nine years in business this month, Bywater has succeeded in establishing an eclectic gathering spot for locals and a vibrant business always eager to give back.—
Stephanie Gallman Jordan,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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The pop of blue, combined with the retro-eque design, is sure to make any outfit stand out.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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The guard scored 15 of his game-high 23 points in the fourth quarter while his teammates combined for 13.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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The new generation of skiers that emerge in the 1970s embraced bursts of vibrant color, head-to-toe black, metallics, prints and plaids in the same era when fashion icons, celebrity and socialites mingled with locals at aprés-ski hangouts and discotheques.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
21 Dec. 2025
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And mingled with the dough to become one.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Dec. 2025
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The result is a category that’s far more varied than many drinkers realize, ranging from classic rye-forward blends to dessert-style cream whiskies to smoky single malts coming out of British Columbia.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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And over the past few years, the options for spending a night on the rails in the lap of luxury have grown more varied (though, admittedly, pricey) than ever—from Peru to Penang, and Cornwall to Cape Town, the possibilities are endless.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
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Lightly beat 1 large egg in a small bowl just until blended.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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For the short styles, custom wigs were blended with ostrich-feather accents for an airy, weightless texture.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Excavators working at a rugged eastern Oregon ranch recently uncovered evidence of Chinese immigrants working as cowboys — a role rarely associated with the American West.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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That shift is visible across the city, even at spots long associated with old-guard formality like the exclusive Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, aka the Pink Lady.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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During a search of his home, investigators reportedly found and seized 152 grams of fentanyl, 215 grams of crack cocaine, 91 grams of powder cocaine, eight grams of methamphetamine, a gun magazine and 50 rounds of assorted ammunition, court records show.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
30 Jan. 2026
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Mattresses and Bedding As is the case with assorted linens, avoid storing mattresses and bedding in the damp, chilly basement.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Mixed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mixed. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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