as in mixes
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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as in combines
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 correlates
to form a pleasing relationship
the colors blend nicely in that rug
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Recent Examples of blends
Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
The blini feature lemon zest and herbs such as parsley, chives and thyme, and the dill cream blends crème fraîche, lemon juice, shallots and dill.
—Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
This innovative journey blends Earth's uncharted territories with the inspiring narrative of human curiosity and exploration.
—Gabe Castro-Root, Space.com, 22 Dec. 2024
The creamy formula glides on like silk, blends effortlessly, and doesn’t budge.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 21 Dec. 2024
With the brand’s cruelty-free vegan brush bristles, makeup blends seamlessly with an gentle buffing motion.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 13 Dec. 2024
The collection blends his brand’s bold renegade aesthetic with the hotel’s classic luxury heritage.
—Ritu Upadhyay, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
Boy Smells’ fan favorite scent perfectly blends florals with rhubarb, cardamom, and papyrus.
—Rose Dommu, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
This captivating perfume blends the warmth and richness of indulgent rum with the velvety sweetness of suave vanilla absolute.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Capella Ubud The resort's impeccable design harmoniously blends modern luxury with the natural beauty of the Balinese jungle.
—Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
The blini feature lemon zest and herbs such as parsley, chives and thyme, and the dill cream blends crème fraîche, lemon juice, shallots and dill.
—Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
This innovative journey blends Earth's uncharted territories with the inspiring narrative of human curiosity and exploration.
—Gabe Castro-Root, Space.com, 22 Dec. 2024
The creamy formula glides on like silk, blends effortlessly, and doesn’t budge.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 21 Dec. 2024
With the brand’s cruelty-free vegan brush bristles, makeup blends seamlessly with an gentle buffing motion.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 13 Dec. 2024
The collection blends his brand’s bold renegade aesthetic with the hotel’s classic luxury heritage.
—Ritu Upadhyay, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
Boy Smells’ fan favorite scent perfectly blends florals with rhubarb, cardamom, and papyrus.
—Rose Dommu, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
This captivating perfume blends the warmth and richness of indulgent rum with the velvety sweetness of suave vanilla absolute.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blends
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That sweet spot in your coffee brewing process corresponds to the aforementioned laminar-turbulent transition in pipes.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
30 Dec. 2024
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While Ingram Micro stock has slipped 12% since its October initial public offering price of $22 per share — Goldman was one of the three lead managers in the IPO — the bank’s $33 price target corresponds to potential upside of approximately 62%.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
27 Dec. 2024
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With a mobile app that integrates payments, the coffee shop could offer a digital discount to entice that customer to stay for brunch as well.—
Ashley McGrail,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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To accomplish this, business owners should seek out financial technology that integrates easily into the other systems their businesses already rely on.—
Zahir Khoja,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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This novel combination merges steel’s tensile strength and concrete’s compressive durability, ensuring the tubes remain airtight under harsh conditions ranging from sub-zero winters to 45 °C (113 °F) summers.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Mar. 2025
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The play merges a myriad of contemporary issues from global politics to banking to trans identity from April 25 to May 17.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 Mar. 2025
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The white hue also matches the fragrant flowers, Easter bunny, and host of other things that pop up at this time of year.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Each of the pooches appears to be named after a color that matches their collars.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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Here are harmful combinations of bleach and other cleaning agents and what can occur.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
23 Dec. 2024
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In a season in which lottery combinations and learning lessons are as or more important than wins, the struggles aren’t a big deal.—
Eric Koreen,
The Athletic,
23 Dec. 2024
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Hilliard, who holds a Master of Library Science degree, incorporates her persisting loves of small towns, big cities, fashion and mysteries into her books.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Spiritual leaders say while the Muslim holy book, the Quran, is a main reference, their faith incorporates certain beliefs found in other religions, such as reincarnation.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2025
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With a solid gang, Mufasa conforms to a typical journey of misfits.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Dec. 2024
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This shoe stretches and conforms to your foot with wear.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
21 Nov. 2024
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Hamas agrees to release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander Hamas is expected to release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage, and the bodies of four other hostages.—
Greg Norman,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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Officer Tolson agrees to moonlight as a pizza delivery person to complete the order.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Blends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blends. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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