mixed herbs
A common mix of different dried herbs for general culinary use, containing some or all of basil, sage, rosemary, marjoram, oregano, thyme, and parsley.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“Add a teaspoon of mixed herbs to the tomato sauce.”
“If you do not have fresh ingredients, a sprinkle of mixed herbs adds great flavor to roasted vegetables.”
“The chef seasoned the rustic stew with a generous portion of mixed herbs to enhance the earthy profile of the dish.”
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herbs and spices
A variety or a diversity of elements which combine to make something more interesting, complex, or enjoyable.
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mix apples and oranges
To mix or confuse two completely different objects or ideas.
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mix it up
To compete vigorously, to quarrel, or to fight physically.
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mix up
To mix or blend thoroughly and completely.
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mixed bag
Something tending to have both good and bad results or characteristics; something having a mixture of advantages and disadvantages.
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mixed blessing
Something that has both good and bad features.
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mixed message
Any communication that is contradictory, inconsistent, or unclear, especially in its motive or intent.
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mixed picture
A situation in which both negatives and positives are found.
Last updated August 10, 2026