blended also blent
ˈblent 
; blending
; blending
1
: mix
especially
: to combine or associate so that the separate constituents or the line of demarcation cannot be distinguished
2
: to prepare by thoroughly intermingling different varieties or grades
1
a
: to mingle intimately or unobtrusively
b
: to combine into an integrated whole
2
: to produce a harmonious effect
1
: something produced by blending: such as
a
: a product prepared by blending
b
: a word (such as brunch) produced by combining other words or parts of words
2
: a group of two or more consecutive consonants that begin a syllable
Synonyms
Examples of blend in a Sentence
Verb
The music blends traditional and modern melodies.
She blends psychology and crime in her new novel.
Noun
a blend of cream and eggs
a blend of traditional and modern melodies
Recent Examples on the Web
Jennifer Peltz, arkansasonline.com, 16 Apr. 2024
Here the refreshing fruit is blended with red wine vinegar to make a shrub.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2024
The rise of digital nomadism has redefined the concept of work, blending the lines between living and laboring.
—William Mullane, Journal Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2024
Hosted by an instructor and a technical expert from the Manufacture, the workshops are limited to just eight participants and blend theory with hands-on experiences.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2024
Where to snag them Here are the five Louisville bars that made the list:
Neat Bourbon Bar + Bottle Shop
1139 Bardstown Road
Danielle Elder and Owen Powell opened Neat Bourbon Bar + Bottle Shop to blend their bourbon expertise and passion for vintage things, the website states.
—The Courier-Journal, 9 Apr. 2024
Other opinions blend the personal and the political.
—Gary Shteyngart, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2024
The Houston rager used his creative vision to blend the worlds of collegiate sports with streetwear for a merchandise run that includes snapback hats, hoodies, T-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, crewnecks and backpacks.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 4 Apr. 2024
Aesthetics and Design: Aesthetically pleasing designs that blend seamlessly with your workspace decor elevate your office environment's overall look and feel.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2024
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
Formulated with a nourishing blend of crosslinked hyaluronic acid to up the ante on hydration, plus a tripeptide complex, antioxidant-rich carnosine, and alteromonas ferment extracts, which have water-binding properties.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 17 Apr. 2024
Avoid powders that contain herbal blends and adaptogens or other additives that may not be safe to consume during pregnancy.
—Alexandra Paetow Ms Rdn, Parents, 15 Apr. 2024
The promise could be a blend of fiction and a little fact, Tripp said.
—Cameron MacDonald, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Curated using data from past seasons, Max is a blend of all the show's former participants, displayed as a 26-year-old veterinary intern from the Midwest.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 15 Apr. 2024
Spanish chorizo can be mild or spicy and is a blend of meat, paprika and other spices.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
And demand is picking up as the spring driving season gears up and producers are switching to more expensive summer blends.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
This smoothie is made with bananas, wild blueberries, apple blueberry juice blend, white grape lemon juice blend, protein blend, and blue spirulina (a nutrient-dense superfood made from blue-green algae).
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024
Verb
He's blended those roles over the past year by presenting himself to supporters, on the campaign trail and on social media, as a target of politically motivated prosecutions designed to derail his candidacy.
—Jennifer Peltz, arkansasonline.com, 16 Apr. 2024
Here the refreshing fruit is blended with red wine vinegar to make a shrub.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2024
The rise of digital nomadism has redefined the concept of work, blending the lines between living and laboring.
—William Mullane, Journal Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2024
Hosted by an instructor and a technical expert from the Manufacture, the workshops are limited to just eight participants and blend theory with hands-on experiences.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2024
Where to snag them Here are the five Louisville bars that made the list:
Neat Bourbon Bar + Bottle Shop
1139 Bardstown Road
Danielle Elder and Owen Powell opened Neat Bourbon Bar + Bottle Shop to blend their bourbon expertise and passion for vintage things, the website states.
—The Courier-Journal, 9 Apr. 2024
Other opinions blend the personal and the political.
—Gary Shteyngart, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2024
The Houston rager used his creative vision to blend the worlds of collegiate sports with streetwear for a merchandise run that includes snapback hats, hoodies, T-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, crewnecks and backpacks.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 4 Apr. 2024
Aesthetics and Design: Aesthetically pleasing designs that blend seamlessly with your workspace decor elevate your office environment's overall look and feel.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2024
Noun
The two core expressions are Finest Blended, a blend of malt and grain whiskies, and Small Batch, a blend of malt whiskies that were aged in bourbon, sherry, and mizunara barrels.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2024
Formulated with a nourishing blend of crosslinked hyaluronic acid to up the ante on hydration, plus a tripeptide complex, antioxidant-rich carnosine, and alteromonas ferment extracts, which have water-binding properties.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 17 Apr. 2024
Avoid powders that contain herbal blends and adaptogens or other additives that may not be safe to consume during pregnancy.
—Alexandra Paetow Ms Rdn, Parents, 15 Apr. 2024
The promise could be a blend of fiction and a little fact, Tripp said.
—Cameron MacDonald, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Curated using data from past seasons, Max is a blend of all the show's former participants, displayed as a 26-year-old veterinary intern from the Midwest.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 15 Apr. 2024
Spanish chorizo can be mild or spicy and is a blend of meat, paprika and other spices.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
And demand is picking up as the spring driving season gears up and producers are switching to more expensive summer blends.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
This smoothie is made with bananas, wild blueberries, apple blueberry juice blend, white grape lemon juice blend, protein blend, and blue spirulina (a nutrient-dense superfood made from blue-green algae).
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024
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“Blend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blend. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.
Copy CitationKids Definition
blend
1 of 2 verb1
: to mix thoroughly so that the things mixed cannot be recognized
2
: to shade into each other : merge
3
: harmonize sense 2
furniture that blends with the draperies
blend
2 of 2 noun1
: a thorough mixture
2
: a product (as coffee) prepared by blending
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