blended in
Matched the surroundings
Blended in is the past tense of blend in, meaning to merge with surroundings so as not to stand out.
A person blends in by matching the dress or behavior of others: She blended in with the other guests.
Colors or patterns blend in when they harmonize rather than clash.
The phrase often implies successful concealment or social camouflage.
- concealKeep from being seen
- fit inJoin a group seamlessly
- assimilateAbsorb and incorporate fully
- melting potCultural fusion place
- integrateCombine into unified whole
fit right in · harmonize · merge · incorporate · camouflage · adjust · acclimate · mimicry · acculturation · fade · mingle · belonging · obscure · joined · adapt · synthesis · accommodation · coordination
conformity/differentiation
blended instood out
Was notably conspicuous
stuck out like a sore thumb · clashed · jarred · contrasted · disrupted