merge

verb

ˈmərj How to pronounce merge (audio)
Definition of mergenext
as in to combine
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout years of living side by side had failed to merge the various ethnic groups into one community, and the city remained more of a mosaic than a melting pot

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

Some common synonyms of merge are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When would amalgamate be a good substitute for merge?

While the synonyms amalgamate and merge 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

Where would blend be a reasonable alternative to merge?

Although the words blend and merge 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 is it sensible to use coalesce instead of merge?

In some situations, the words coalesce and merge are roughly equivalent. However, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

In what contexts can commingle take the place of merge?

The meanings of commingle and merge largely overlap; however, commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When might fuse be a better fit than merge?

The synonyms fuse and merge are sometimes interchangeable, but fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When can mingle be used instead of merge?

While in some cases nearly identical to merge, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When could mix be used to replace merge?

The words mix and merge are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

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Recent Examples of merge In 2014, Tim Hortons merged with Burger King to form Restaurant Brands International (RBI), a holding company backed by a Brazilian investment firm, 3G Capital. — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025 Mesaba Airlines merged with Pinnacle Airlines in 2012, leading to the creation of Endeavor Air. — Anders Hagstrom, Fox News, 20 Mar. 2025 The changes, which cover a 115-page bill, include doubling the standard deduction for seniors, prohibiting some new sales tax exemptions and making others harder to pass, reducing the maximum tax rate and merging state savings accounts. — Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 20 Mar. 2025 To ease the burden, the White Helmets have merged with the regime-era civil defense first responders. — Taylor Luck, The Christian Science Monitor, 19 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for merge
Recent Examples of Synonyms for merge
  1. combine
  2. mix
  3. integrate
  4. amalgamate
  5. blend
  6. incorporate
Verb
  • But his prematurely craggy voice and melodies, combined with arrangement rooted in string bands, were nothing like the soft-rock dudes on the radio; if anything, Hurley was acid folk.
    — David Browne, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2025
  • These two factors are combining to create very healthy estimates for global soybean supplies, which is putting a lid on global soybean prices.
    — Sal Gilbertie, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of combine
Verb
  • Position the bed in an area that receives lots of sunshine and mix a well-draining rocky or gritty soil blend by combining equal parts potting soil and coarse sand or fine gravel.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
  • This notion is supported by other recent documentation of fish occasionally migrating over long distances and mixing with new groups.
    — Logan Kistler, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of mix
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  • While the material isn’t new to the design world—it’s been integrated into interiors for thousands of years—its popularity hasn’t waned, especially in recent decades.
    — Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Spirits brands seamlessly integrate into music, fashion, sports, and pop culture.
    — Noel Burgess, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of integrate
Verb
  • The current generation of AI works by amalgamating existing data, analyzing common patterns and predicting a best-fit solution.
    — Steve Rodda, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Things that have been intentionally kept separate for centuries in our system are all now being hoarded and amalgamated by people who weren’t elected.
    — David Browne, Rolling Stone, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of amalgamate
Verb
  • While nothing exactly matches, all of the colors, patterns, and textures blend together seamlessly to tell a unique design story.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Since its debut, the game has blended exploration, social interaction, and creativity in a way that feels adaptable across different age groups.
    — Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of blend
Verb
  • Footage obtained by Fox News Digital depicts Coco Bongo as an upbeat nightclub featuring various shows incorporating crowd participation.
    — Julia Bonavita, Fox News, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The city was officially incorporated in May 1925 when the population was about 5,000 and farming was a key highlight.
    — Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of incorporate

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