as in mixes
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
that fabric is a cotton and polyester blend, so it shouldn't shrink as much as pure cotton
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as in combines
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 correlates
to form a pleasing relationship
the colors blend nicely in that rug
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Recent Examples of blends
Tira Urquhart, Essence, 21 Oct. 2024
Now, her work aims to create a new visual language that blends the physical and virtual which has earned her editorial in prestigious titles like Dazed, Numero, and V Magazine.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
His work on the Anderson Residence is seen as an important example of his penchant for organic modernism, which blends midcentury minimalism with materials that reflect nature’s beauty.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The lightweight formula provides a touch of color that seamlessly blends with your natural skin texture.
—Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Upload, which blends sci-fi with romantic comedy, is set in a technologically advanced future where holographic phones, self-driving vehicles, AI assistance, and 3D food printers are the norm.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2024
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The actress blends storytelling and community to revitalize Black haircare through her leadership at Creme of Nature.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 21 Oct. 2024
Now, her work aims to create a new visual language that blends the physical and virtual which has earned her editorial in prestigious titles like Dazed, Numero, and V Magazine.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
His work on the Anderson Residence is seen as an important example of his penchant for organic modernism, which blends midcentury minimalism with materials that reflect nature’s beauty.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
The lightweight formula provides a touch of color that seamlessly blends with your natural skin texture.
—Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
Upload, which blends sci-fi with romantic comedy, is set in a technologically advanced future where holographic phones, self-driving vehicles, AI assistance, and 3D food printers are the norm.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blends
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For example, winter corresponds to the water element and is a time to nourish the kidneys, which are responsible for our energy reserves.Irina Logman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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That’s simply too much for the mountainous landscape — the flood damage in Godfrey's area corresponds roughly to what Federal Emergency Management Agency maps suggest would happen in a flood expected once every 500 years.Denise Chow, NBC News, 1 Oct. 2024
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Because the light seamlessly integrates into the band, the beam is steady when running.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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GeoSolar Technologies plans to use a national network of solar contractors to market and install its SmartGreen™ Home system, which integrates solar power and energy-efficient technologies.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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This version merges personal reflections with a tribute to cultural heritage.Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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Mexican music merges with rap in Fuerza Regida‘s groundbreaking new project.Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2024
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The test, developed at the University of California, San Francisco, extracts the DNA and RNA from a sample of blood, tissue or body fluid, and then sequences the genetic material and compares the sequences to a vast database of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites to see what matches up.Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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In the end, the researchers were able to use the vast web of Android phones to map out the ionosphere with a level of accuracy that matches monitoring stations.Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
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Right now, the shoes are on sale for $105 in four vibrant color combinations that are sure to turn heads on the trails.Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2024
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Astronomers plan to use the next generation of space telescopes to zoom into the atmospheres of the nearest hundred Earthlike planets, looking for precise chemical combinations that indicate the presence of life.Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2024
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To create its online and in-app maps, onX incorporates thousands of sources, like local city geographic information system data, Forest Service data, and more.Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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This often involves working closely with local experts or legal teams to ensure the KM system incorporates country-specific policies, including labor laws and employee benefits.Sagi Eliyahu, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Bravo agrees and particularly doesn’t recommend buying into fashion items made from recycled plastic bottles.Olivia Pinnock, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Not everyone agrees that capital gains tax shouldn’t be increased to raise public finances.Ryan Browne, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Blends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blends. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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