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Third Person
mingles
Present Participle
mingling
Past Tense
mingled
Past Participle
mingled
1
to mix with other things
- The flavors of herbs and spices mingle in the soup, creating a rich and savory taste.
- In the multicultural city, diverse cultures mingle, resulting in a vibrant and dynamic community.
- When it rains, the scents of wet soil and flowers mingle in the air.
- Different types of soil can mingle in geological formations, influencing the characteristics of the landscape.
- The ingredients in a compost pile mingle over time, breaking down into nutrient-rich soil.
Synonyms:
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to socialize and interact with others at a social event or gathering
- At the party, she liked to mingle with different groups of people, engaging in lively conversations.
- As the networking event began, professionals started to mingle, exchanging business cards and ideas.
- He felt a bit nervous at first, but soon found it easy to mingle with the other guests at the wedding reception.
- The host encouraged everyone to mingle and get to know each other during the cocktail hour.
- Despite being shy, she made an effort to mingle with her coworkers at the company picnic.
3
to become mixed or blended together
- As the colors spread on the canvas, they began to mingle, creating new shades and hues.
- In the bustling marketplace, the sounds of vendors and shoppers mingled.
- As the seasons changed, the scents of spring flowers and freshly cut grass mingled in the air.
- As the snowflakes fell, they mingled with the petals of cherry blossoms.
- At the party, the laughter and chatter of guests mingled with the music playing in the background.
Synonyms:
4
to combine different elements actively
transitive
- The chef decided to mingle various spices to create a unique flavor for the dish.
- She carefully mingled different colors of paint on the palette before applying them to the canvas.
- The scientist conducted experiments to mingle different chemicals and observe their reactions.
- The architect plans to mingle traditional and modern architectural styles in the new building design.