as in melts
to go from a solid to a liquid state
a rotting tomato slowly deliquescing in the hot summer sun
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melts
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The most important thing is to choose a cheese that melts well.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025 -
The warm light gradually melts the wax, releasing a soothing scent without the need for a match.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Deliquesces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliquesces. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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