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as in hybrid
being offspring produced by parents of different races, breeds, species, or genera
our mixed dog has a greyhound's body but the features of a collie
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as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
the continuing education program offers a very mixed selection of courses
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as in combined
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
those ingredients should not be mixed until the last stage of the recipe
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as in mingled
to take part in social activities
happily mixing with the other guests at the party
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Recent Examples of mixed
Laura Daily, Denver Post, 1 May 2026
Meanwhile, recent polling has painted a mixed picture of the race, underscoring its fluid nature.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The pulp is mixed with sour cream, capers, mustard and a few other key ingredients that will not leave guests missing a traditional potato salad.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
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Adjective
The mixed repertoire program features many short works showcasing the expansive range of ballet and the artistic works that have been performed throughout the season.
—Laura Daily, Denver Post, 1 May 2026
Meanwhile, recent polling has painted a mixed picture of the race, underscoring its fluid nature.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
The multipurpose illuminator can be worn under or over makeup, or mixed into foundation, moisturizer, or sunscreen to give your products a subtle shimmery boost.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The pulp is mixed with sour cream, capers, mustard and a few other key ingredients that will not leave guests missing a traditional potato salad.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mixed
Adjective
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But even with the name recognition of Beverly Hills and LACMA along Wilshire Boulevard, subway ridership will be tempered by the work-from-home trend that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and has mostly continued, with some employees working hybrid schedules.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
7 May 2026
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Car Rental Gateway, an online car rental platform headquartered in London that also operates in the United States, reported seeing a 16% increase in electric and hybrid car rentals in March.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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But, rewatching the film 20 years later (March 31 was the actual anniversary), Gunn's fingerprints are unmistakable, from the highly quotable dialogue to the quirky soundtrack lifted from the outer reaches of Gunn's eclectic music collection.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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Choose from a dozen colorways to best suit her style, whether minimal and sleek or eclectic and curated.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
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Plus, memberships can be combined with the brands' credit cards to earn rewards.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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The visual style, combined with Graczyk’s emotionally penetrating writing and the nakedly confessional performances, makes this both a key Altman work and a great case study for filmmakers trying to figure out how to create a sense of scale with limited funds.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
1 May 2026
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In 2004, Pennsylvania Avenue at Lafayette Park was transformed by the landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh into a lively pedestrian plaza where tourists mingled with protesters.—
Neil Flanagan,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
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Everyone’s trash gets mingled together.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Most important, camouflage needed to function well at different times of day, in varied lighting and changing weather conditions.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
5 May 2026
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Boyne Mountain Resort is a destination in its own right, offering activities as varied as ziplining, e-biking, hiking, and scenic chairlift rides.—
Taryn Shorr-Mckee,
Midwest Living,
4 May 2026
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He was then crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023, in a ceremony that blended modern elements with rich royal rituals.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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Those pieces get glued on and blended with a fine lace net.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
5 May 2026
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Winner is responsible for all applicable federal, state and local taxes, if any, as well as any other costs and expenses associated with Prize acceptance and use not specified herein as being provided.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
7 May 2026
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Drivers may also experience smoother brake operation because the system avoids the harsh pedal pulsing commonly associated with older anti-lock braking systems.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
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There will also be a honey glazed ham carving station, smoked salmon and bagel bar, cheese and meat charcuterie and assorted pastries.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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My silverware drawer is packed with personality—it’s filled with assorted spoons, forks, knives, chopsticks, plastic take-out utensils, and metal straws that my family and I use on a regular basis.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Mixed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mixed. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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