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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 While many stayed close to the front of the room near the bar and photo ops, some mingled in a slightly more intimate zone in the back. Emily Burns, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024 This year’s guest list saw stars of stage and screen mingle with culinary and cultural figures, as well as fashion industry innovators. David Graver, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024 Musk then gave Trump a tour of a nearby office, and Trump mingled with guests outside. David Ingram, NBC News, 19 Nov. 2024 Paul Mescal, the actor charged with donning a breastplate and replacing Russell Crowe, is mingling with the crowd, who, given the movie’s length and dinner-hour start time, are almost too busy scarfing down pizza and pasta to notice. Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mingle 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mingle
Verb
  • Step away from the ordinary and give a present that combines purpose with a touch of brilliance.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
  • The financial strain of recruiting and training new employees, combined with the competitive job market, leaves little room for inefficiency.
    Brian Moroney, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • African Americans would later mix and morph these West African sounds into jazz, rock & roll, soul, funk, and hip-hop.
    Eliot Stein, Rolling Stone, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This is the time to embrace avant-garde styles, mix unexpected textures and experiment with daring color palettes that might have once felt too risky.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • While investigating one of Drake's experiments, Eddie's body merges with the alien Venom — leaving him with superhuman strength and power.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • For the spring 2025 ready-to-wear collection, Michele merged his own sensibilities with signature elements of Valentino.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • But if there’s an inkling you might be faced with political or ideological confrontation, don’t force socializing.
    Julia Sullivan, SELF, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Inside are photographs of each lady hostessing, socializing, or just out and about choreographed by the kind of commentary only an expert can summon.
    Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The first few years of the initiative will be spent integrating the two programs.
    Sarah Volpenhein, Journal Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
  • As workloads increase and stress levels follow, integrating work commitments with home life becomes harder to navigate; especially for working mothers who may be adding childcare into the mix.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Stage 4: Many descriptions of sleep stages do not include stage 4—and instead blend this into stage 3.
    Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The brand treats each batch as a unique new vintage bottling and proofing to express the best qualities of each set of barrels rather than blending for a consistent flavor profile.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The British Army amalgamated the Dragoons and the Pioneers into a single regiment, the Carolina Corps, upon their arrival in the Caribbean in December 1782.
    Kinsey Gidick, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
  • 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
Verb
  • Another variable to consider in all of this: The Boras Corporation represents many of the top free agents — and they are intermingled and can affect each other.
    Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Enjoy the company of friends as well as intermingling with groups, clubs and organizations.
    Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 26 Nov. 2024

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“Mingle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mingle. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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