as in intensity
depth of feeling
claims that the novel was written at white heat in a tremendous, unbroken burst of creativity
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Recent Examples of white heat
In the white heat of wanting something so badly, self begins to melt.
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Sara Holdren, Vulture, 7 June 2024
Things are at white heat in all that part of the country and the citizens are almost demoralized.
—Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 15 May 2024
Throughout the 1980s, the Islamic Republic forged itself in the white heat of conflict, both foreign and domestic.
—Laura Secor, Foreign Affairs, 6 Dec. 2013
The white heat of technological progress can be blinding.
—Nicholas Bloom, Foreign Affairs, 7 June 2018
Empty days of blinding white heat gave way to nights of blood and ferment.
—Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2023
That all happened in a kind of white heat of panic.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 6 Oct. 2023
In the white heat, they may not even have been noticed.
—Rory Smith, New York Times, 10 May 2023
In addition, its Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 and Renegade DDR5 memory modules also received a makeover with the introduction of white heat spreaders to empower users to choose the color that best fits their individual style.
—Tom Coughlin, Forbes, 4 May 2023
Sara Holdren, Vulture, 7 June 2024
Things are at white heat in all that part of the country and the citizens are almost demoralized.
—Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 15 May 2024
Throughout the 1980s, the Islamic Republic forged itself in the white heat of conflict, both foreign and domestic.
—Laura Secor, Foreign Affairs, 6 Dec. 2013
The white heat of technological progress can be blinding.
—Nicholas Bloom, Foreign Affairs, 7 June 2018
Empty days of blinding white heat gave way to nights of blood and ferment.
—Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2023
That all happened in a kind of white heat of panic.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 6 Oct. 2023
In the white heat, they may not even have been noticed.
—Rory Smith, New York Times, 10 May 2023
In addition, its Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 and Renegade DDR5 memory modules also received a makeover with the introduction of white heat spreaders to empower users to choose the color that best fits their individual style.
—Tom Coughlin, Forbes, 4 May 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for white heat
Noun
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The bright orange-and-red water spouts off the cliff with the visual intensity of a raging forest fire.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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High intensity activities mean fit and brightness are super important.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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After a standoff between Indian and Chinese troops on the border in 2017, New Delhi moved to revive the Quad despite not showing much enthusiasm when the partnership was founded in 2007.Harsh V. Pant, Foreign Affairs, 14 Nov. 2024
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Despite meeting more than 10 external leaders, the CEO ultimately promoted their operations director due to a long-standing, trusting relationship and the internal candidate’s sincere enthusiasm for the role.Gina Riley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Helping the client recognize their mental anchors, how emotions color decisions and their biases is a great place to start for building their decision-making competence.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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All of these things dictate her physicality and her emotions.Radhika Seth, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2024
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Soundscapes and crystal chimes are used throughout to evoke the warmth of a celebratory toast while also mimicking the festive energy of a party.Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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Copy the queen of the reaction image by wearing it as a standalone top with jeans, or layer it over T-shirts and sweaters for extra warmth.Averi Baudler, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Roy even linked the child tax credit to the border crisis — as if the people fleeing crushing poverty or cartel violence to seek asylum in America are more likely to make their desperate journeys because of a change in the tax code.Bridget Grumet, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Moss is far from alone in seeking salvation in displays of power or violence that call themselves care.Katy Waldman, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
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“White heat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/white%20heat. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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