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adjective

ˈmikst How to pronounce mixed (audio)
Definition of mixednext
1
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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2
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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mixed

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verb

past tense of mix
1
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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2
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
Adjective
The noodles are soft and mixed with bean sprouts, egg and crushed peanuts. — Justin Brown, AJC.com, 12 July 2026 The pan-European Stoxx 600 index closed just below the flatline, with regional bourses and sectors painting a mixed picture. — Sean Conlon,hugh Leask,lee Ying Shan,fred Imbert, CNBC, 12 July 2026
Verb
Reactions to these announcements were mixed, to say the least. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2026 Social Security surpluses and deficits are mixed with the rest of the budget and included in federal-budget totals. — Jessica Riedl, The Atlantic, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mixed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mixed
  1. hybrid
  2. eclectic
  3. combined
  4. mingled
  5. varied
  6. blended
  7. associated
  8. assorted
Adjective
  • Rather than replacing human expertise, these organizations combine human judgment, creativity and accountability with AI-powered reasoning and execution, creating a hybrid workforce capable of operating at unprecedented scale.
    — Motaz Agamawi, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Soundcore Noise Cancelling Headphones Deal The Soundcore Q20i headphones neutralize up to 90% of external chaos using advanced hybrid ANC technology.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 July 2026
Definition of hybrid
Adjective
  • Thirty years on, Soho Grand’s certainly still got its eclectic edge.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026
  • The Chanel cruise 2027 collection included an eclectic mix of footwear ranging from these pumps to slingbacks with metallic cap toes to the controversial barefoot shoe.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Definition of eclectic
Verb
  • Yesavage and San Diego starter Walker Buehler combined walked 11 batters before the end of the second inning.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 July 2026
  • Ferrer ended up playing in Guns N’ Roses for 19 years, longer than Steven Adler and Matt Sorum combined, becoming the longest-serving drummer in the band’s history.
    — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2026
Definition of combined
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  • Judges mingled with customers at a coffee shop before speaking at the domed, ornate Westmoreland County Courthouse.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
  • Wives, fiancées and children mingled around practice while players prepared for another international competition.
    — Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of mingled
Adjective
  • Under that push, the studio has been assembling a slate built around varied stories, established talent and broad audience reach.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 July 2026
  • As well, the machine's limited computer vision can’t address environmental situations like differing degrees of lighting conditions in outdoor courts, or varied ceiling heights in indoor gyms.
    — Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
Definition of varied
Verb
  • The multi-tasking treatment can also be blended onto the high points of the face for a natural-looking glow.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
  • Both events sought to intertwine the French capital and the biggest event in esports, through official channels and an epic performance that blended the cultures of both communities.
    — Mike Stubbs, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of blended
Verb
  • Typically, El Niño is associated with wetter-than-normal conditions during the winter in Southern California.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • By triggering the release of a natural growth factor in the brain and modulating neural pathways associated with addiction and reward, ibogaine restores healthy dopamine function and reduces cravings, Barsuglia said.
    — Gavin Escott, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of associated
Adjective
  • With assorted sweet treats and a dessert table with around 30 different cakes, all with a 3D figure of Taylor and Travis.
    — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 July 2026
  • The main plot moves along at a good pace, though assorted flashbacks to Kara's Kryptonian origins wind up slowing down the momentum.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 June 2026
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