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

Some common synonyms of mingle are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When might amalgamate be a better fit than mingle?

While the synonyms amalgamate and mingle 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 mingle?

In some situations, the words blend and mingle are roughly equivalent. However, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

Where would coalesce be a reasonable alternative to mingle?

The words coalesce and mingle are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When could commingle be used to replace mingle?

The synonyms commingle and mingle are sometimes interchangeable, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When can fuse be used instead of mingle?

Although the words fuse and mingle have much in common, fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When is it sensible to use merge instead of mingle?

While in some cases nearly identical to mingle, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When would mix be a good substitute for mingle?

The words mix and mingle 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

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of mingle Following the winner announcements and post-press conference, guests mingled at a VIP reception complete with cocktails, small bites, and music. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 18 Nov. 2024 The dogs even got a chance to mingle with guests during cocktail hour. Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024 While all of these events draw in fangirls eager to meet their celebrity crush, those looking to mingle with the No. 1 Dev Patel were out of luck Sunday. Sakshi Venkatraman, NBC News, 11 Nov. 2024 Meanwhile, the venue’s lobby afforded summit participants with the space to mingle, connect, and experience premium brand activations. Essence, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mingle 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mingle
Verb
  • The technology combines two molecules—one fragranced and one odor-neutral.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
  • The hope is that all the pollution cuts combined will limit the world's warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to average global temperatures from the late 1800s.
    Julia Simon, NPR, 22 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Dub pioneer Keith Hudson—who briefly worked as a dentist in the ghettos of Kingston— lays it down clear, deep, and wild for a late-career highlight with heavy use of studio FX and mixing board sorcery.
    Jeremy D. Larson, Pitchfork, 27 Nov. 2024
  • There are two options: One, mix all the ingredients, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
    Josh Miller, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The company is actively seeking to merge with another operating company to address its financial challenges.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Chatter about the inevitability of consolidation within the streaming world has been going on for well over a year now, with a widespread expectation that at some point, a couple of major platforms will either merge or go away.
    Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The goal is to create an environment where students can not only learn but also socialize and innovate.
    Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
  • This is a wonderful year to socialize and enjoy life.
    Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 2 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Unusual Machines continues to focus on integrating its recent acquisitions and expanding its presence in the commercial drone industry.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Both Apple and Google are starting to integrate Generative AI into their smartphone operating systems.
    Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Given the demonstrable shot in the arm that out-of-home deliveries have given the holiday games since 2020, when Nielsen began blending those impressions with its vanilla TV data, Fox needn’t overly concern itself about losing ground this year.
    Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2024
  • For example, a midsized digital marketing agency might partner with a boutique UX design firm to offer more comprehensive services, such as creating end-to-end digital experiences that seamlessly blend marketing messaging with user-friendly interfaces.
    Amy Packard Berry, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The album amalgamates this twilight mood into a cohesive, moody, sometimes melancholic, often achingly pretty 34 minutes of music.
    Katie Bain, Billboard, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Since the coming of Thriller, Michael Jackson took on the task of amalgamating his music videos with cinematic vignettes, as evidenced in works that followed the record-breaking film.
    Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • The show has its moments of comedy intermingled with the action and drama.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Additionally, human development in fire-prone regions, especially in the wildland-urban interface, where neighborhoods intermingle with forest and grassland vegetation, has introduced new, highly flammable fuels.
    Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 9 Oct. 2024

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“Mingle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mingle. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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