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adjective

ˈmikst How to pronounce mixed (audio)
Definition of mixednext
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as in hybrid
being offspring produced by parents of different races, breeds, species, or genera our mixed dog has a greyhound's body but the features of a collie

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as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts the continuing education program offers a very mixed selection of courses

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mixed

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verb

past tense of mix
1
as in combined
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout those ingredients should not be mixed until the last stage of the recipe

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2
as in mingled
to take part in social activities happily mixing with the other guests at the party

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Recent Examples of mixed
Adjective
Alcaraz also played in the mixed doubles event, looking rusty while partnering with Serena Williams to win one match before falling. — Brian Mahoney, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026 For users with mixed daily viewing content, this function is designed to improve the presentation of lower-resolution video sources on the 4K display. — New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026
Verb
Three kinds of cheese are mixed into the buttery filling before the dough is rolled up cinnamon roll-style and baked until golden. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2026 The Smith experience is always going to be a roller coaster, impressive feats of accuracy and arm talent mixed with desperation heaves and maddening turnovers. — Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mixed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mixed
  1. hybrid
  2. eclectic
  3. combined
  4. mingled
  5. varied
  6. blended
  7. associated
  8. assorted
Adjective
  • Morris’s book focuses only on the representation of real animals; cataloguing mythic and hybrid creatures would take another volume entirely.
    — Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Along with Oyewale and Deal, the Horned Frogs return senior defensive tackle Ansel Din-Mbuh and junior stud (hybrid defensive end/linebacker) Zach Chapman.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of hybrid
Adjective
  • The six-part series, from the mind of Cortesi, follows Maddy Caruso, a British wedding planner for an eclectic list of clients in the Italian countryside.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The story will follow Maddy Caruso, a British wedding planner for an eclectic list of clients in the stunning Italian countryside.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of eclectic
Verb
  • Screenshot The company’s capital expenditures were roughly $2 billion combined in 2024 and 2025, with expectations of $725 million this year.
    — Michael Wayland, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
  • On the high estimate, Amazon outsells Walmart and Sam's Club combined.
    — Jason Goldberg, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of combined
Verb
  • Citizen scientists and family mingled with friends and locals as an impromptu block party got underway in Valoria la Buena.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • As the aspiring model and her actress mom mingled with fellow fashion royalty at the Michael Kors 45th anniversary collection dinner, Kai embraced the classic LBD in a sleeveless black column dress that went down to her ankles.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of mingled
Adjective
  • Ravens famously accompany Odin in Norse mythology, while ravens and crows play important—and varied—roles in the traditions of many Indigenous peoples across North America.
    — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 31 Aug. 2026
  • In some initial results, dead fish collected from the mass mortality events showed consistently high levels of PHV, the department said in a statement, while live fish that were examined had varied levels of the virus.
    — Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of varied
Verb
  • Curry never took himself too seriously as an actor and blended seamlessly with human actors and puppets alike.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The collection of minor hits and near-misses from the 1960s blended rough edges and euphoric hooks.
    — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of blended
Verb
  • Niutech claims its process can accept low-value plastic waste without requiring the complex washing, sorting and drying processes commonly associated with recycling.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Gothenburg is particularly associated with seafood, thanks to its location on the North Sea-facing west coast, while its restaurant scene ranges from traditional fish restaurants to contemporary Nordic dining.
    — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of associated
Adjective
  • At the center Tuesday afternoon, about a dozen residents gathered with pets and assorted belongings as a team of volunteers worked to set up a dormitory in the center’s gymnasium.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The benches near the dining table and others throughout the home lift up to store life jackets, cushions and other assorted items.
    — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026
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“Mixed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mixed. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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