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as in to melt
to go from a solid to a liquid state the lightning strike was so hot it caused the electrical wires to fuse and then drip onto the road

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How is the word fuse different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of fuse are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When could amalgamate be used to replace fuse?

In some situations, the words amalgamate and fuse are roughly equivalent. However, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

Where would blend be a reasonable alternative to fuse?

The synonyms blend and fuse are sometimes interchangeable, but blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

In what contexts can coalesce take the place of fuse?

The words coalesce and fuse can be used in similar contexts, but coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When is it sensible to use commingle instead of fuse?

While the synonyms commingle and fuse are close in meaning, commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When might merge be a better fit than fuse?

While in some cases nearly identical to fuse, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When would mingle be a good substitute for fuse?

Although the words mingle and fuse have much in common, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When can mix be used instead of fuse?

The meanings of mix and fuse largely overlap; however, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of fuse The set fuses the raw emotion of corridos tumbados with urban sierreño, revealing a narrative rich in youthful ambition and heritage. Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2024 Boga, a breakfast and dinner restaurant, fuses authentic Mexican and Mayan flavors prepared with local ingredients, while Seasalt, an elevated rooftop dining concept, blends Mexican and European influences and boasts 360-degree ocean vistas. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2024 Unique to this Harry Potter land, the story fuses the timelines from the eight main Harry Potter films with the three Fantastic Beasts movies, with the respective stories unifying on a huge plot of land spanning 1920s Paris and 1990s London. EW.com, 23 Oct. 2024 The Fearless candle fuses a bright mix of orange, clove, and cedarwood to bring a bold energy to your space. Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fuse 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • The technology combines two molecules—one fragranced and one odor-neutral.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
  • This method combines the speed of symmetric encryption with the security of asymmetric encryption.
    Ofer Lidsky, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The life source of these plants spills down from the melting snow into a region replete with curbside canals everywhere.
    Louise Schiavone, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Uncovered by melting ice and snow, the footprints offer a clue to what researchers suggest was an entire prehistoric ecosystem.
    Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Dub pioneer Keith Hudson—who briefly worked as a dentist in the ghettos of Kingston— lays it down clear, deep, and wild for a late-career highlight with heavy use of studio FX and mixing board sorcery.
    Jeremy D. Larson, Pitchfork, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Francis Kurkdjian’s dreamy floral mixes Jamaican amyris—a flowering plant with a rich citrus scent—and Florentine iris to create a voyage for the senses.
    Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, colloquially known as the Big Mac Bridge, connects Cincinnati to Newport via Interstate 471.
    Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
  • From its early days, the company – which is now known for luxury cars — was connected to the world of car racing.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The safest way to thaw a frozen turkey is to place it in the refrigerator, which takes about 24 hours for every 5 pounds of meat, according to IDPH.
    Sylvan Lebrun, Chicago Tribune, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Is your turkey thawed, prepped and ready to pop in the oven?
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The company is actively seeking to merge with another operating company to address its financial challenges.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Chatter about the inevitability of consolidation within the streaming world has been going on for well over a year now, with a widespread expectation that at some point, a couple of major platforms will either merge or go away.
    Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Given the demonstrable shot in the arm that out-of-home deliveries have given the holiday games since 2020, when Nielsen began blending those impressions with its vanilla TV data, Fox needn’t overly concern itself about losing ground this year.
    Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Simply sweep on your favorite hue with your finger tips and blend at the crease for blurred, yet vivid color in seconds.
    Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Both Apple and Google are starting to integrate Generative AI into their smartphone operating systems.
    Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Because the light seamlessly integrates into the band, the beam is steady when running.
    Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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