blend in
phrasal verb
blended in; blending in; blends in
1
: to look like things nearby
The fish settles on the sandy ocean bottom where it blends in perfectly.
2
: to look like one belongs with a particular group
She tried to blend in by dressing like the other girls.
—often + withI've always found it difficult to blend in with my peers.
3
: to add (something) to a mixture or substance and mix it thoroughly
Mix the first three ingredients together, then blend in the cream.
Blend the white paint in last.
Examples of blend in in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The reflective shelves blend in against the mod frame and allow the high-gloss pink finish to shine as the focal point for the design.
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Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
Overall, it’s squarely aimed at the more aesthetically minded listener who wants their sound system to blend in rather than stand out.
—Brandon Widder, The Verge, 15 May 2024
Plus, the fruity taste and smooth blending in water without leaving behind any clumps adds to its appeal.
—Anne Cook Carroll, Verywell Health, 15 May 2024
Their quiet moments of intimacy blend in with their honest work in the fields and on their film together.
—Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 11 May 2024
Its coloring appears to blend in well with its surroundings.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 9 May 2024
Remove and blend in a food processor with parsley, thyme and oregano.
—Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 9 May 2024
Its classic design blends in with most home aesthetics, and its quality blades are ideal for any size room or porch.
—Michelle Love, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2024
Others easily blend in among other knick-knacks on a shelf or mimic other devices, such as clocks or picture frames.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 4 May 2024
Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
Overall, it’s squarely aimed at the more aesthetically minded listener who wants their sound system to blend in rather than stand out.
—Brandon Widder, The Verge, 15 May 2024
Plus, the fruity taste and smooth blending in water without leaving behind any clumps adds to its appeal.
—Anne Cook Carroll, Verywell Health, 15 May 2024
Their quiet moments of intimacy blend in with their honest work in the fields and on their film together.
—Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 11 May 2024
Its coloring appears to blend in well with its surroundings.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 9 May 2024
Remove and blend in a food processor with parsley, thyme and oregano.
—Benjy Egel, Sacramento Bee, 9 May 2024
Its classic design blends in with most home aesthetics, and its quality blades are ideal for any size room or porch.
—Michelle Love, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2024
Others easily blend in among other knick-knacks on a shelf or mimic other devices, such as clocks or picture frames.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 4 May 2024
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“Blend in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blend%20in. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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