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

Some common synonyms of mingle are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When might amalgamate be a better fit than mingle?

While the synonyms amalgamate and mingle are close in meaning, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is blend a more appropriate choice than mingle?

In some situations, the words blend and mingle are roughly equivalent. However, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

Where would coalesce be a reasonable alternative to mingle?

The words coalesce and mingle are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When could commingle be used to replace mingle?

The synonyms commingle and mingle are sometimes interchangeable, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When can fuse be used instead of mingle?

Although the words fuse and mingle have much in common, fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When is it sensible to use merge instead of mingle?

While in some cases nearly identical to mingle, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When would mix be a good substitute for mingle?

The words mix and mingle can be used in similar contexts, but mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of mingle These boards provide a flat and level surface for cutting and encourage guests to mingle throughout the room. Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2025 Players including Aliyah Boston and Nneka Ogwumike—also featured in the Adidas shoot—are mingling, while crewmen move around screens and scaffolding. Nick Remsen, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2025 Antiques mingle with contemporary art, and ornate architecture feels fresh with the addition of modern, shapely furnishings. Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 30 Jan. 2025 Now, the hunt is on for more answers This concentrated brine, similar to the salty crusts of dry lakebeds on Earth, is where salts and minerals could mingle and create more complex structures, setting the stage for organic compounds to form. Ashley Strickland, CNN, 29 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for mingle 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mingle
Verb
  • Guggenheim Architecture and Design Studio The dining room at a Parkdale, Oregon, retreat designed by Guggenheim Architecture and Design Studio combines a concert of natural wood finishes, celebrating the palette of the rural setting.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2025
  • The Cyclones leaned heavily on Jones and forward Joshua Jefferson and the two combined for 26 points on 10-of-12 shooting.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Feb. 2025
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  • Morello mixed in brief passages of his own distinctive sound, but the overall effect remained tied to an older tradition.
    Steve Appleford, SPIN, 11 Feb. 2025
  • The Spartans, who also lost Bianca Fleitas during the first game, has been mixing and matching lineups throughout the season.
    Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
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  • More precisely, the team behind the simulation discovered that binary black hole pairs formed in dense star clusters first align their spins before coming together and merging.
    Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 Feb. 2025
  • In December, Alum Rock Union School District in East San Jose announced plans to close or merge 13 schools by the end of next year to tackle the district’s $20 million budget shortfall.
    Molly Gibbs, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2025
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  • Behind the scenes Soho House is a global membership platform of physical and digital spaces that connects a diverse group of members to work, socialize, connect, create and have fun.
    Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 1 Feb. 2025
  • The tradition of socializing, feasting, and drinking after a ski session traces its roots back to Norway, but it's been adapted (and arguably perfected) by American ski resorts.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2025
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  • Now, the biggest obstacle to ending that autonomy and integrating the SDF into a Syrian national force is the United States.
    Halil Karaveli, Foreign Affairs, 3 Feb. 2025
  • In 2025, we’re focused on expanding our offerings, integrating more digital solutions, and continuing our commitment to quality and sustainability.
    Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025
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  • Sephora is its the biggest wholesale deal so far: The beauty retailer carries some exclusive scents, including Carnivale, a fragrance that sells for $102 and blends together juicy mango, sandalwood and creamy vanilla.
    Melissa Repko, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025
  • Guridi’s tender and funny artwork adeptly captures the heart of the tale, blending lively, loose line drawings with just the right touch of color and texture.
    Barney Saltzberg, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • His new record charts its moody, introspective emotional odyssey through a soundscape that amalgamates gospel, soul, dancehall, Miami bass, trap, Afrobeats and more.
    Kyle Denis, Billboard, 7 Feb. 2025
  • The partnership aims to amalgamate marketing touchpoints for DXL, which had previously used various technologies to do the same job.
    Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
  • North Dakota has had a particularly contentious relationship with the federal government over its management of public lands that intermingle with parcels owned by the state or private citizens.
    Mary Steurer, ProPublica, 24 Jan. 2025
  • Additionally, human development in fire-prone regions, especially in the wildland-urban interface, where neighborhoods intermingle with forest and grassland vegetation, has introduced new, highly flammable fuels.
    Virginia Iglesias, The Conversation, 13 Jan. 2025

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“Mingle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mingle. Accessed 18 Feb. 2025.

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