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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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fuse There’s no going back when Venus fuses with the North Node and Saturn. Usa Today, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025 Cosmetic formulas are getting more intelligent too; the retailer is seeing lip treatments and topicals that mimic in-office results rise to the forefront, alongside skin-care-makeup hybrids that fuse two categories into one. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2025 What has caught both Chinese and international eyes is the distinctive style Yi Ming has created, fusing Eastern and Western traditions and both traditional and modern approaches to visual media. Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025 Yet, the band took to the Sonora tent at Coachella in Indio, California, for two consecutive weekends, captivating a crowd of nearly 5,000 fans with electrifying performances that seamlessly fused echo-laden keyboards and hypnotic electric guitar riffs into their signature psychedelic cumbia sound. Pamela Bustios, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • But now Korn are opening for a girl who combines the best of Britney and Korn — a freak off the leash.
    Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2025
  • The niche, expensive flagship Android phone continues the design language of previous Xperia devices, while combining the prowess of Sony's various hardware brands, from its Bravia TV and Alpha camera teams to the Walkman music department.
    Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 17 May 2025
Verb
  • When temperatures started heating up, ice caps began melting, causing water from the Appalachian Mountains to flow into the Apalachicola River and eventually all the way down to the coast.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 May 2025
  • My first post-grad apartment had just one aging window air conditioner unit in Birmingham, Alabama, and a tower fan single handedly prevented me from melting.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 17 May 2025
Verb
  • Amend the Soil Before planting, enrich the soil by mixing in organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure to improve texture, aeration, and nutrient availability.
    Debbie Wolfe, Popular Science, 8 May 2025
  • These elements mix humor and gravity into a rich, dynamic scene on a wooden panel that’s roughly four feet tall.
    Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 May 2025
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  • Mellencamp's new ink is a simple line down her spine that reads a special message that connects to her dad, John Mellencamp.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 16 May 2025
  • Available for iPhone and iPad since 2016, Magnifier now extends to the desktop, allowing those who are blind or have reduced vision to connect a Mac to a phone camera.
    Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 16 May 2025
Verb
  • They were given frozen chicken sandwiches thawed by CBP officers in a microwave, but sometimes they were still partially frozen.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Some 134,000 tons of frozen pelagic fish — such as sardines, anchovies, mackerel, sprats and herring — are thawed and tossed into European tuna cages every year.
    Julia Amberger, Nanni Fontana, Marzio Mian, & Nicola Scevola (Tr. Elettra Pauletto), The Dial, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The media and retail giants signed a memorandum of understanding Thursday to merge their respective cinema chains — Megabox and Lotte Cinema — creating what would become the nation’s largest theatrical exhibition entity.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 May 2025
  • Once the top three from each bracket are solidified, the queens will merge with the rest of the top competitors from all three groups.
    McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 9 May 2025
Verb
  • Entertaining and insightful, the demonstrations blend history, storytelling, and preparation techniques of dishes like shrimp ceviche and ropa vieja—edible reflections of Key West’s Bahamian, Cuban, and Caribbean influences.
    Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 8 May 2025
  • The formulation blends hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and blue agave extract to keep the skin hydrated and radiant but never oily.
    Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 8 May 2025
Verb
  • The New Reality of AI in the Workplace Today, many AI tools are integrated straight into almost every SaaS application.
    Maria Williams, USA Today, 13 May 2025
  • Leveraging Technology And Proactive Planning Businesses should consider integrating technology and proactive planning as core strategies within PPP frameworks.
    Peter Ross, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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