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noun

Definition of blendnext
as in mix
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things that fabric is a cotton and polyester blend, so it shouldn't shrink as much as pure cotton

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verb

ˈblend How to pronounce blend (audio)
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as in to mix
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout she blended the ingredients for the brownies very thoroughly to eliminate lumps in the batter

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as in to match
to form a pleasing relationship the colors blend nicely in that rug

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

Some common synonyms of blend are amalgamate, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

In what contexts can amalgamate take the place of blend?

While in some cases nearly identical to blend, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is it sensible to use coalesce instead of blend?

Although the words coalesce and blend have much in common, 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 blend?

The words commingle and blend 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

Where would fuse be a reasonable alternative to blend?

The meanings of fuse and blend largely overlap; however, 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 blend?

The synonyms merge and blend are sometimes interchangeable, but 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 blend?

In some situations, the words mingle and blend are roughly equivalent. However, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When could mix be used to replace blend?

The words mix and blend are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

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Recent Examples of blend
Noun
Target Stripe Mini Crossbody Bag This mini crossbody bag is the perfect blend of playful charm and sophistication. —Taylor Jean Stephan, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025 According to master distiller Kevin O’Gorman, this release is a blend of four ex-bourbon barrels containing single pot still whiskey that was distilled in 1973 (pot still whiskey is made from malted and unmalted barley, but O’Gorman says there was likely some oats in the mashbill as well). —Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
The kitchen serves as the heart of the home, blending seamlessly into a sunlit family and sitting room — perfect for everything from lingering over Sunday brunch to lavish summer entertaining. —Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025 Located just west of K-7 Highway and south of College Boulevard, Prairie Canyon is set in one of the most desirable locations, blending scenic beauty with easy access to local amenities. —Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 13 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blend
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blend
  1. mix
  2. combine
  3. match
  4. mixture
  5. integrate
  6. correlate
  7. amalgamation
  8. merge
Noun
  • McKenna comes back to hurt Chelsea Wind the clock back to when Chelsea were looking for Mauricio Pochettino’s replacement as head coach last spring and Kieran McKenna’s name was firmly in the mix.
    — Simon Johnson, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
  • Gregory Border 30 $170 at Amazon The Border 30 feels like a mix between the Ruckpack and the Allpa.
    — Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of mix
Verb
  • The rug combines neutral and rich colors and blends with various decor styles.
    — Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • An old John Lennon demo was transformed into a complete song by isolating his vocals (and George Harrison’s guitar tone) and combining that with new recordings from the rest of the living band.
    — Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of combine
Verb
  • With his 41st assist, Connor Bedard matched his rookie season’s 61 points, which lead the team.
    — Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Their best at any position or role is matched fairly well by other powers in the West.
    — Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Definition of match
Noun
  • And if this isn’t an isolated incident, then this presents a huge problem for the remnants of humanity, most of whom have survived through a mixture of luck and simply being able to outthink these single-minded creatures.
    — Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 13 Apr. 2025
  • For the North End, that mixture of public and private sector investment doesn’t happen everyday — a bright spot in the eyes of residents pining for a win.
    — Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of mixture
Verb
  • To further integrate the environment, use natural materials such as oak and mixed hardwood.
    — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Then the hope is that over time the company starts integrating that into their work and the performance in an unselfconscious way.
    — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Definition of integrate
Verb
  • His research, over many years, also found that contributions from political parties correlated with subsequent judicial voting in election disputes over issues such as ballot counting or candidate eligibility.
    — Megan O’Matz, ProPublica, 6 Apr. 2025
  • The outcome result is not perfectly correlated with the spending.
    — Michael S. Schmidt, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Definition of correlate
Noun
  • Jennifer Lawrence Makes the Case for a Different It-Bag By Hannah Jackson Celebrity Style Margot Robbie Is Team Canadian Tuxedo By Christian Allaire As the name suggests, this striking home was designed by a Mexican architect and is an elegant amalgamation of warm light, tones, and textures.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
  • While ETFs can be traded throughout the day, mutual funds, as an amalgamation of different products, must be traded at the end of the day.
    — Victor Rosario, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
Definition of amalgamation
Verb
  • Throughout the book, in an attempt to merge urban fantasy with pastoral otherness, Lin brings up smartphones, high-rises, subways, the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
    — Aditi Sriram, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Palo Alto’s decision to merge Prisma Cloud and Cortex CDR to create Cortex Cloud shows where the industry is going (disclosure: Palo Alto Networks is a partner of Tamnoon).
    — Ran Nahmias, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Definition of merge

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