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

Some common synonyms of commingle are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, fuse, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When can amalgamate be used instead of commingle?

While the synonyms amalgamate and commingle 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 commingle?

Although the words blend and commingle have much in common, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

When might coalesce be a better fit than commingle?

While in some cases nearly identical to commingle, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When is it sensible to use fuse instead of commingle?

In some situations, the words fuse and commingle are roughly equivalent. However, fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

Where would merge be a reasonable alternative to commingle?

The meanings of merge and commingle largely overlap; however, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When could mingle be used to replace commingle?

The words mingle and commingle 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

In what contexts can mix take the place of commingle?

The words mix and commingle 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 commingle All that commingled with Raiders of the Lost Ark and Star Wars and Sugarland Express and Close Encounters and Network and All the President’s Men. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2025 The judge also said that testimony revealed a persistent pattern of commingling funds between endowment care funds and checking accounts from cemetery to cemetery. Richard Halstead, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025 The mix of scents and sounds — birdsongs commingled with freeway traffic and music, the smell of wild sage and wafting barbecue smoke — all feel uniquely L.A. to me. Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2025 Most presidents avoided any actual — or perception of — commingling of their presidential power with personal business deals. Axios, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for commingle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commingle
Verb
  • The process can be complicated, but generally, under reconciliation, the goal is to combine spending and revenue provisions into a single bill.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
  • The film is deeply atmospheric, combining handmade aesthetics with an emotive, electronic score to craft a meditative journey about separation and connection.
    Jamie Lang, Variety, 9 June 2025
Verb
  • While the 10-year-old Kindred is an irreverent cocktail bar with a heavy metal soundtrack and Mothership mixes tropical drinks in a space-y, far out atmosphere, Vulture is decidedly more grown-up.
    Candice Woo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
  • Week in Review Asian equities were mixed overnight as Korea and Taiwan outperformed while Mainland China’s STAR Board and India underperformed.
    Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Verb
  • Additionally, the event’s International Film Market will merge with the Shanghai TV Market for the first time, running June 21-25.
    Mathew Scott, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
  • Reflecting on 14 years at the helm, Rousteing merges heritage and modernity, building on Balmain’s legacy of elegance while interpreting today’s cultural shifts.
    Essence, Essence, 13 June 2025
Verb
  • Your broader focus should be on integrating systems in a seamless way that can evolve over time, as needed.
    Swapna Sathyan, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
  • Unlike Yang’s other concepts (Baku is a high-end Japanese restaurant while Yama offers a more casual setting with hibachi, sushi and bento boxes), Sora focuses on French cuisine, with Asian influences integrated throughout each course.
    Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 5 June 2025
Verb
  • Our omakase blends traditional Japanese technique with bold, unexpected flavors to create a modern, immersive experience that’s intimate and uniquely our own.
    Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
  • Clay County Southwest of Jacksonville, Clay County blends small-town charm and outdoor adventure in true North Florida style.
    Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 14 June 2025
Verb
  • Crisp and raw acidity needs time to amalgamate with red fruit.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
  • Ghost simply find the magic in the many amazing aspects from 80s arena rock greats and amalgamate it within their already robust songwriting.
    Quentin Thane Singer, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • On the palate, sweet heather honey shines through, intermingled with a lingering peppery warmth and gorgeous hints of fresh honeycomb.
    Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
  • Sometimes the music becomes a fog intermingling with the dry smoke that encircles the characters on stage.
    Daniel Dylan Wray, Pitchfork, 8 May 2025

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“Commingle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commingle. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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