as in blend
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
her music is a meld of various styles
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as in to combine
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
a cuisine that melds East and West into strikingly original flavor combinations
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Recent Examples of meld
Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
With venues as varied as the genres, festival fashion is a meld of self-expression and the overall vibe.
—Sarah Chiwaya, refinery29.com, 9 May 2024
Brian Welk, IndieWire, 4 Nov. 2024
Advertisement Postwar American culture’s newfound confidence in art, which hadn’t yet generated much popular enthusiasm in the 20th century, would quickly meld with entrenched sensibilities first established by a technologically thrilling Southern California event.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
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Nevertheless, this is the most forward-looking of the late jazz musician’s works, full of undeniable momentum and contagious exuberance as branch and her ensemble meld folk, calypso, dub, and punk into fervent, free-flowing jazz.
—Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
With venues as varied as the genres, festival fashion is a meld of self-expression and the overall vibe.
—Sarah Chiwaya, refinery29.com, 9 May 2024
Verb
The film stars Tesfaye alongside Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan and melds genres alongside its soundscapes.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 4 Nov. 2024
Advertisement Postwar American culture’s newfound confidence in art, which hadn’t yet generated much popular enthusiasm in the 20th century, would quickly meld with entrenched sensibilities first established by a technologically thrilling Southern California event.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
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This clove, lavender, and cedarwood blend is an especially soothing scent that will elevate any self-care night.Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
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This Amazon Essentials turtleneck sweater is made with a cotton, polyester, and modal blend that’s soft, stretchy, and form-fitting.Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
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The technology combines two molecules—one fragranced and one odor-neutral.Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
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The hope is that all the pollution cuts combined will limit the world's warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to average global temperatures from the late 1800s.Julia Simon, NPR, 22 Nov. 2024
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But its tasty flavor, often described as a mix between banana and mango with a custard-like texture, has prompted a resurgence in its popularity.Rachel Ramirez, CNN, 28 Nov. 2024
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With a growing community of remote workers and co-working spaces, Vlorë located in the southwestern part of the country, offers nomads the ideal mix of work, relaxation and nomad-friendly visas. 2.Chloe Berger, Fortune Europe, 27 Nov. 2024
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Drawing inspiration from his childhood memories in India, an old tinsel tree inherited from his aunt, Gupta merges cultural influences to create a unique, joyful tribute to the festive spirit.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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In 2019, Cindi Berger and Mark Owens merged Hollywood’s two largest publicity firms, PMK*BNC and Rogers & Cowan, forming a marketing colossus with Berger as chairman and Owens as CEO.Gene Maddaus, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
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Fold in crushed pineapple, and spread mixture in an even layer in baking dish.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Add the reserved lamb (leaving any juices in the bowl) and Sichuan oil mixture and stir-fry to coat, about 2 minutes.Lois Goh, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024
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Both Apple and Google are starting to integrate Generative AI into their smartphone operating systems.Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Because the light seamlessly integrates into the band, the beam is steady when running.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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And with their amalgamation of talents, the clever clogs at CIES Football Observatory have valued Real Madrid’s squad at €1.8billion.Richard Amofa, The Athletic, 26 July 2024
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The final pie is a delightfully easy amalgamation of coconut macaroons and vanilla custard.Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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The album amalgamates this twilight mood into a cohesive, moody, sometimes melancholic, often achingly pretty 34 minutes of music.Katie Bain, Billboard, 1 Nov. 2024
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Since the coming of Thriller, Michael Jackson took on the task of amalgamating his music videos with cinematic vignettes, as evidenced in works that followed the record-breaking film.Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Meld.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meld. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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