overmix

verb

over·​mix ˌō-vər-ˈmiks How to pronounce overmix (audio)
overmixed; overmixing; overmixes

transitive + intransitive

: to mix too much
overmixed the batter
The key is to not use so much filler and to not overseason or overmix.—Sam Gugino

Examples of overmix in a Sentence

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Do not overmix; some streaks of flour are fine. — Kate Bradshaw, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026 Do not overmix; some streaks of flour are fine. — CBS News, 24 May 2026 Take care not to overmix; keeping some larger pieces of tuna in the mix ensures a more satisfying texture, rather than something closer to tuna salad (delicious, just not the goal here). — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 May 2026 Combine wet and dry ingredients gently, being careful not to overmix. — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for overmix

Word History

First Known Use

1630, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of overmix was in 1630

Rhymes for overmix

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“Overmix.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overmix. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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