mix
verb (used with object)
to combine (substances, elements, things, etc.) into one mass, collection, or assemblage, generally with a thorough blending of the constituents.
are mixing
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present progressiveof mix.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Price War: Companies fearing high AI costs are mixing in open-source models.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 14, 2026
The reason you feel “icky” about keeping some of your friend’s profit is that you are mixing friendship and business.
From MarketWatch ● May 28, 2026
The girls are mixing it with streetwear and then they’re also taking it to work and being super busy and then they’re going out and playing in them.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 13, 2026
Abu Zahar says mothers are mixing baby formula with the contaminated water to feed their infants.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 22, 2023
I lit four black-cherry candles that are mixing surprisingly well with the feast my parents are cooking up.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
