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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 Born to Run fused the street-level detail of Dylan with the operatic grandeur of Phil Spector. Eric Cortellessa, Time, 25 Sep. 2025 Reparto is rooted in timba, a classic Cuban sound that exploded in the Nineties and fuses Cuban son, salsa, funk, Afro-Cuban folkloric music, and jazz into an improvisational hybrid. Ana González Vilá, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025 Rihanna kept up her tradition of fusing fashion with her pregnancy reveals by debuting her latest baby bump in May at the MET Gala. Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025 With this in mind, the researchers set out to combat the need for toxic chemicals or glass to be fused at temperatures (typically) higher than 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • The answer against Florida and Missouri was McConkey, who had his two best games of the year, combining for 13 catches and 230 yards.
    Seth Emerson, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
  • In this case, the ACIP guidance formalizes an existing recommendation, which is designed to reduce a very rare, slightly elevated risk of seizures when the two shots are combined into a single injection.
    Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Chocolate tones seem to melt seamlessly into deeper skin, amplifying its natural glow instead of competing with it.
    Larry Stansbury, Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Harnessing sunlight to melt metal The revolutionary concept uses solar rays to reach temperatures as high as 2,642 degrees Fahrenheit (1,450 degrees Celsius) to melt stainless steel without burning any fossil fuels.
    Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • For most healthy adults, magnesium citrate mixed with juice is safe and effective.
    Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2025
  • The natural oils are then mixed with either potassium hydroxide to create a liquid soap or sodium hydroxide to create a solid soap.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Aside from all the restaurants you're connected to, what is your favorite restaurant in Cincinnati?
    David Wysong, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Oct. 2025
  • There have been three prominent Listeria outbreaks recorded in the United States this year connected to prepared foods, including pasta meals such as chicken fettuccine Alfredo.
    Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • This is not a great candidate for freezing, as the onion topping will be mushy when thawed.
    Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Improper thawing method being used for TCS food.
    Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • That firm merged in 1980 with Maslansky/Koenigsberg and subsequently with BNC — the PR firm formed by Howard Bragman, Mike Nyman and Brad Cafarelli.
    Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Sparc Group and JCPenney have since merged to form Catalyst Brands.
    Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • With clean lines, chevron tufting, and tapered legs, this piece blends modern and mid-century style for a timeless look that works with just about any décor.
    Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Castlecore Castlecore continues to enchant Pinterest users, blending medieval fantasy with mystical, whimsical elements.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The White House said the executive order guarantees that AI will be integrated into US Department of Health and Human Services systems for sharing health information among health care systems, organizations and patients.
    Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
  • That new landscape now includes at least one of the five legacy studios — Paramount — having articulated a commitment to integrate AI into its product to maximize efficiencies.
    Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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