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verb

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

Some common synonyms of mix are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mingle. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

When is it sensible to use amalgamate instead of mix?

Although the words amalgamate and mix have much in common, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When could blend be used to replace mix?

In some situations, the words blend and mix 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 mix?

The meanings of coalesce and mix largely overlap; however, 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 mix?

The words commingle and mix 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

When would fuse be a good substitute for mix?

The synonyms fuse and mix are sometimes interchangeable, but 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 mix?

While in some cases nearly identical to mix, 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 mix?

The words mingle and mix are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of mix
Noun
Under the direction of Laurence Cox, the production promises a thrilling mix of suspense, humor and breathtaking visuals that will keep audiences captivated. Caleb Parr and Natalie Coates Wiens, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025 Peterman suggests layering your porch lighting by installing a mix of sconces and lanterns if possible. Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
Forecasters said there’s a chance snow may mix with rain before 10 p.m. and the storm may turn fully to snow between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m., but little to no accumulation is expected. Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 1 Apr. 2025 Craft Cocktail Party Put a punny spin on your next cocktail party by hosting a craft cocktail party, where everyone mixes their own drinks. Maggie Griswold, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
Noun
  • At the long butcher block kitchen table built by Albert, Asawa led group sessions sculpting figures from homemade baker’s clay (a mixture of flour, salt and water), or decorating eggs or making origami by day and family meals by night.
    Hilarie M. Sheets, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Traditional mayonnaise is a mundane miracle: a mixture of water and oil held together by the magic of an egg yolk (also known as lecithin, an emulsifier).
    Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • At least half of the Yankees’ regular lineup is using them as Jazz Chisholm Jr, Anthony Volpe, Cody Bellinger, Paul Goldschmidt and Austin Wells combined for nine of the 15 homers.
    Larry Fleisher, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Booker and Jones combined for 29 points and 14 rebounds in Texas’ Sweet Sixteen win over Tennessee on Saturday.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The music networking event is a place for professionals and experts to mingle, and for emerging newcomers to get to know fellow contemporaries and creatives.
    Billboard UK, Billboard, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Weeks earlier Redick and Chelsea were there for a holiday party, mingling with people who had raised their kids, and now their grandkids, in the community.
    Dan Woike, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The blend was inspired by the Golden Ratio: 61.8 percent whisky aged in European oak and 38.2 percent aged in American oak, which were married together for a final 15 months before being bottled in this stunning decanter.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Plus, its indoor-outdoor design – with sliding barn doors and a shaded patio – offers the perfect blend of comfort and immersion in nature.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Even though bringing an integrating wellness program to the resort blurs the line between a casino and a resort hotel, Barry sees it as a worthwhile.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
  • According to Forbes, Cooper's plan could be integrated into the existing student loan servicing infrastructure without the need for major technological changes.
    Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Quina tools in Europe are specifically associated with Neanderthals—but Neanderthal remains have never been uncovered in East Asia.
    Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Similar to the way Mercury retrograde is often to blame for miscommunication and misunderstandings, Venus retrograde is associated with beauty, love and self-worth.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Moretti is basically an amalgamation of many different musicians, such as Prince, David Bowie and Elton John.
    Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
  • An amalgamation of Hindu and Mughal architectural styles, Amer is perched atop a hillock surrounded by several other ancient structures and historic landmarks.
    Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The network has also had a fairly quiet development season, with just a handful of projects in the works, among them a potential Rookie spinoff (ABC and Hulu merged their development teams under Simran Sethi six months ago).
    Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2025
  • It was merge time on this week’s episode of Survivor 48 as all 13 players converged on a single beach.
    EW.com, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2025

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“Mix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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