as in mix
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 to mix
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 to match
to form a pleasing relationship
the colors blend nicely in that rug
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Recent Examples of blend
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
This unique fabric features a cotton blend that stretches to your body, while holding its smooth appearance.
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Bria McNeal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
Veronica M. Stoddart,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 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
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The summer gasoline blend rules, which have been in effect since 1996, are intended to prevent the release of smog-causing particles into the air, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development said.
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Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
29 June 2026
This unique fabric features a cotton blend that stretches to your body, while holding its smooth appearance.
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Bria McNeal,
Travel + Leisure,
29 June 2026
Verb
Echoing the historic mansion’s pointed arches and gray-shingled roof, the Chateau seamlessly blends historical character with contemporary design.
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Veronica M. Stoddart,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 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
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That's regardless of their pitch mix, velocities, or athletic ability.
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Screenwriter Jack Thorne, working from the character created by author Nancy Springer, throws all manner of secrets, sunken treasure and a British colonialism subplot into a convoluted mix.
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Diogo Costo had six saves for Colombia, which marked more saves than the team had in its first two matches combined.
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Grab a tortilla chip and scoop up a bite of this multi-layered dip that combines the flavors of the Southwest.
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After deciding on the right type of pet, start the adoption process and lean on shelter staff to help match you with an animal that fits your lifestyle.
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Tim Edwards, Cal Fire Local 2881 president, says that the current salary calculation formula, which matches firefighter pay with other state workers salaries, does not account for inflation or the amount of overtime state firefighters are working.
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Sprinkle 5 tablespoons ice water over mixture and continue using folding motion to combine until small portion of dough holds together when squeezed in palm of your hand, adding up to 2 tablespoons remaining ice water if necessary.
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Friedland describes the ritual with the mixture of reverence and annoyance that marks many of his best observations.
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Over time, those journals also integrated historical studies into their searchable online archives.
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Widely considered conceptually comparable to the S-300 and S-400 families, the HQ-9B can engage aircraft, cruise missiles, and certain ballistic missile threats while integrating with China’s broader air defense architecture.
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Studies show that orgasms also relieve menstrual pain, lower blood pressure, enhance circulation, correlate with better cardiac functioning, and burn calories equivalent to thirty minutes of brisk walking.
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That foundation is built on intelligence that is normalized, correlated and operationalized across internal and external sources.
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Their amalgamation with the other color produces a degradation to which no lover of his country, no lover of excellence in the human character can innocently consent.
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Parenting isn’t a singular task, but rather an amalgamation of mindsets and duties that are integrated into the rest of life’s experiences.
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Anderson’s Toyshop in July will merge back into Anderson’s Bookshop, located two doors down in downtown Naperville.
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However, his lack of strength, questionable frame and lack of true explosiveness create several questions about his translation to the next level, along with his inability to merge offensive and defensive value in the same season.
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“Blend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blend. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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