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as in mixing
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
she blended the ingredients for the brownies very thoroughly to eliminate lumps in the batter
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as in correlating
to form a pleasing relationship
the colors blend nicely in that rug
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Recent Examples of blending
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
Jason Bateman delivers the mundane analogy like a pro, blending sincerity and uncertainty inside his singular, nervous vocal rhythms.
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Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
The Dead, which was founded in Palo Alto in 1965, found fans throughout the Bay Area and across the globe with their genre-blending, free-flowing music.
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Michael Nowels,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
Currently, Apple Valley’s water passes federal safety thresholds using a blending treatment process.
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Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
Our opportunity lies within blending AI, design, domain expertise, and the human sciences.
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Ravi Kumar,
Time,
25 Aug. 2025
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
2 July 2026
Others see it as an inappropriate blending of religious activity and government institutions.
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Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Winthrop advocated the blending of church and state.
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Peter C. Mancall,
The Conversation,
24 June 2026
While this blending is common in the Middle East, many Syrians who supported the revolution fear replacing one privileged class with another.
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Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
24 June 2026
This 3-in-1 set uses the nutribullet Ultra Motor Base to power personal blending, food processing, and coffee and spice grinding, delivering full-kitchen functionality within one space-saving design.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
For him, the blending of parishes makes a tapestry.
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Michelle L. Quinn,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
If necessary for easier blending, add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water to blender.
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Emily Teel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
SUVs aren’t the only ones to see such stylistic blending.
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Matt Degen,
AJC.com,
12 June 2026
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
This helps to create distinct layers in the pie, rather than everything blending together.
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Erin Merhar,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Incorporate meaningful ceramics and vintage heirlooms to add authenticity and interest, blending old and new.
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2026
Cardi B‘s shoe style is as bold and expressive as her personality, blending high-fashion luxury with statement-making trends.
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Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
For years, the silky, ultra-fine powder of Lancôme's Blush Subtil has been a go-to for a soft, shimmer-free flush, blending seamlessly into skin and building effortlessly from a subtle wash of color to a more vibrant pop.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
For a balanced smoothie, try blending fresh or frozen fruit, leafy greens, chia or flax seeds, and a protein source like Greek yogurt, soy milk, or protein powder.
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Lindsey Desoto,
Health,
23 June 2026
The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
In your 9th House of Travel, pleasure-loving Venus trines fanciful Neptune in your 5th House of Creativity, blending curiosity and fun into possibility today.
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Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Adjective
Detachable blending arm A detachable blending arm makes for easy cleanup.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
Jason Bateman delivers the mundane analogy like a pro, blending sincerity and uncertainty inside his singular, nervous vocal rhythms.
—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
The Dead, which was founded in Palo Alto in 1965, found fans throughout the Bay Area and across the globe with their genre-blending, free-flowing music.
—
Michael Nowels,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
Currently, Apple Valley’s water passes federal safety thresholds using a blending treatment process.
—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
Our opportunity lies within blending AI, design, domain expertise, and the human sciences.
—
Ravi Kumar,
Time,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
That’s quite a process of dividing, finishing, and blending, but the resulting whiskey is quite good.
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Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
2 July 2026
Others see it as an inappropriate blending of religious activity and government institutions.
—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Winthrop advocated the blending of church and state.
—
Peter C. Mancall,
The Conversation,
24 June 2026
While this blending is common in the Middle East, many Syrians who supported the revolution fear replacing one privileged class with another.
—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
24 June 2026
This 3-in-1 set uses the nutribullet Ultra Motor Base to power personal blending, food processing, and coffee and spice grinding, delivering full-kitchen functionality within one space-saving design.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
For him, the blending of parishes makes a tapestry.
—
Michelle L. Quinn,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
If necessary for easier blending, add 1/4 to 1/2 cup water to blender.
—
Emily Teel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
SUVs aren’t the only ones to see such stylistic blending.
—
Matt Degen,
AJC.com,
12 June 2026
Verb
Andronis describes the restaurant as a traditional Greek taverna set against the caldera cliffs, blending Greek traditions with Santorini’s romance and exclusivity.
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Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
This helps to create distinct layers in the pie, rather than everything blending together.
—
Erin Merhar,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Incorporate meaningful ceramics and vintage heirlooms to add authenticity and interest, blending old and new.
—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2026
Cardi B‘s shoe style is as bold and expressive as her personality, blending high-fashion luxury with statement-making trends.
—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
For years, the silky, ultra-fine powder of Lancôme's Blush Subtil has been a go-to for a soft, shimmer-free flush, blending seamlessly into skin and building effortlessly from a subtle wash of color to a more vibrant pop.
—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
23 June 2026
For a balanced smoothie, try blending fresh or frozen fruit, leafy greens, chia or flax seeds, and a protein source like Greek yogurt, soy milk, or protein powder.
—
Lindsey Desoto,
Health,
23 June 2026
The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
In your 9th House of Travel, pleasure-loving Venus trines fanciful Neptune in your 5th House of Creativity, blending curiosity and fun into possibility today.
—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blending
Adjective
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The entire design language is smoother and more flowing than today’s X4.
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This creates a more open and flowing design.
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With the merging of offshore wind power with oil and gas operations, this project aims to drive down the carbon emissions generated by daily offshore oilfield activities.
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But that’s in part because the district took preemptive measures to cut costs this year, including 5% to 10% cuts across all departments and the merging of two middle schools.
Verb
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For seven seasons, a hodgepodge crew mixing Starfleet and the rebellious Maquis put aside their differences after they got zapped 70,000 lightyears away from Earth, deep into the uncharted Delta Quadrant.
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Always avoid mixing bleach with vinegar, ammonia, or other cleaning products, as this can create dangerous fumes, Glazer says.
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Another study observed children as young as ten months old correlating larger physical statures with dominance.
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By correlating vulnerabilities into potential attack paths, teams can prioritize issues that could realistically lead to privilege escalation, lateral movement, or data access—rather than treating all findings equally.
Adjective
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The German and Austrian symphonic and operatic music of the 1930s happens to be the root of the Hollywood soundtrack, created by composers such as Erich Korngold, who fled the Nazis.
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The evening culminates with the electrifying Concerto for Hammond Organ by Brian Raphael Nabors, who takes the stage as soloist in this work that's a thrilling fusion of gospel, jazz and symphonic sound.
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Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Some hardware makers like Apple design their own chips, which can give a consumer electronics company more control over the integration of hardware and software.
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Value now depends on integration with distribution, first-party data, and measurable acquisition systems.
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Karl Mayer’s new Textile Innovation Center in Obertshausen, Germany, is designed around that idea, combining textile development, testing and training under one roof.
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The advantage of combining the antibodies became clear when the viruses were repeatedly exposed to treatment.
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The three-person team then found the corresponding symbols on a paper chart.
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Some of those stock transactions occurred shortly before or after major news related to the corresponding companies.
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“Blending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blending. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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