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as in combining
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 mingling
to take part in social activities
happily mixing with the other guests at the party
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Recent Examples of mixing
For healthy adults interested in safely trying the method, the nutritionist suggests mixing 1 tablespoon of plain, unflavored gelatin powder in hot water, diluting it with room-temperature water or herbal tea, and drinking it 15 to 30 minutes before a single daily meal.
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Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
This is a rare sighting from Roman Egypt that revealed the role that magic played in that society, at a time when cultures and belief systems were mixing and spreading throughout the empire.
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Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
Argentina’s swirling paint technique The defending World Cup champion is mixing sporting heritage with artistic expression in its jerseys.
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Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Guests are encouraged to feel at home, with an honor-system apéro set-up for pouring champagne, mixing cocktails with local Citadelle gin, and snacking on sliced saucisson.
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Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
The days of never mixing denim pieces are gone.
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Staff Author,
InStyle,
19 June 2026
Remember to wash and sterilize any bottles, scoops, or mixing containers by running them through the dishwasher or using hot soapy water.
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Sarah Scott,
Parents,
15 June 2026
The Knicks became a championship-contending team by mixing the right ingredients with selfless stars, effective role players, smart coaching and a resilient attitude.
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Mark Medina,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Tree was known for mixing alternative pop, electronic music and comedy, sporting a bowl-mullet haircut and making oversized, 1980s-style fashion choices.
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Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
This is a rare sighting from Roman Egypt that revealed the role that magic played in that society, at a time when cultures and belief systems were mixing and spreading throughout the empire.
—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
Argentina’s swirling paint technique The defending World Cup champion is mixing sporting heritage with artistic expression in its jerseys.
—
Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Guests are encouraged to feel at home, with an honor-system apéro set-up for pouring champagne, mixing cocktails with local Citadelle gin, and snacking on sliced saucisson.
—
Caitlin Gunther,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 June 2026
The days of never mixing denim pieces are gone.
—
Staff Author,
InStyle,
19 June 2026
Remember to wash and sterilize any bottles, scoops, or mixing containers by running them through the dishwasher or using hot soapy water.
—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
15 June 2026
The Knicks became a championship-contending team by mixing the right ingredients with selfless stars, effective role players, smart coaching and a resilient attitude.
—
Mark Medina,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Tree was known for mixing alternative pop, electronic music and comedy, sporting a bowl-mullet haircut and making oversized, 1980s-style fashion choices.
—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mixing
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Reuters reported in 2026 that Meta introduced prescription smart glasses through its Ray-Ban partnership, combining prescription lenses with wearable technology.
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The Nike Air Force 1 Low has taken on denim and patent leather uppers separately, and now a material exercise is somehow combining both at once.
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Once inside the cozy cottage, you'll be smacked with the pleasant aroma of toasty sourdough and Benton's bacon, mingling in perfect harmony with poached eggs.
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The singer was seen mingling with another legendary songwriter, Stevie Nicks.
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For years, the silky, ultra-fine powder of Lancôme's Blush Subtil has been a go-to for a soft, shimmer-free flush, blending seamlessly into skin and building effortlessly from a subtle wash of color to a more vibrant pop.
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But thanks to Cardiff’s industrial boom in the early 1900s, the city’s culinary landscape has since transformed into a vibrant hub, blending both traditional recipes with fresh Welsh produce.
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Campbell argues that Latchford’s donations helped bolster his credibility as a scholar by associating his name with top institutions.
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Hoffman has apologized for associating with Epstein.
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Segregation laws prevented Black students from integrating into Euless schools in 1950.
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Spotify's landmark partnership with FC Barcelona reimagined traditional sports sponsorship by integrating artists directly into the club's global platform.
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Three different specialists are merging their expertise to mutual advantage.
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Stanton, by far the most science-fiction-oriented of Pixar auteurs, has a habit of merging high-tech futurism and grand-scale optimism.
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To Coimbra, some key questions involved amalgamating real-life characters into fictionalized ones while still honoring victims and survivors, as well as faithfully recreating the look and feel of the time.
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By amalgamating these museological devices into the artwork, Aram directly upsets the threefold impulse to pierce form with meaning, to arrest color with identity, and to neutralize bodies with limits.
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Gasparovic falls into the anti-accent wall camp and believes that incorporating one negatively affects the look of a room.
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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
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“Mixing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mixing. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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