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verb

past tense of fuse
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as in melted
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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Recent Examples of fused
Adjective
During the production process, two separate sheets of aluminum are pressed together through powerful rollers, resulting in a single, fused sheet that has one shiny side and one side with a matte finish. Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
Because these ultra-small devices are fused with living biological cells before injection, they are not rejected by the immune system and can cross the blood-brain barrier naturally, a key advantage over conventional implants that require invasive access. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025 Byler is their last names fused together. Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025 For the set, Rauw fused his signature perreo, electro-funk and R&B with bomba, salsa and bachata for a sound entirely his own. Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2025 Hemmerle is known for its sculptural designs fused with technical ingenuity, often using unexpected metals—like copper, bronze, and aluminum—to achieve distinct tones and lightness. Jill Newman, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025 The Caramel Apple Classic is made with a warm brown sugar dough fused with gooey caramel bits and sweet pockets of apple. Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025 Across mediums and genres, our studio has fused art, craft and technology in service of bold, distinctive and enduring stories. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025 During the pandemic, Kirk founded Turning Point Faith, which fused his evangelical beliefs into the movement, reflecting young conservatives’ increasing turn towards religion. Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2025 In some cases, Ursuța has fused and cut tubes of glass into irregular, patterned surfaces. Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fused
Adjective
  • Through this partnership, TME empowers the gaming IP to achieve multidimensional expression across visuals, gameplay and audio via content co-creation and integrated campaigns.
    Billboard China, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025
  • Professional-Style Dual-Fuel Range Hudson's large range, with multiple burners and an integrated griddle, allows for the simultaneous prep of several dishes.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The overnight storm was likely triggered by a glancing CME arrival that combined with lingering effects from a high-speed solar wind stream, according to NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC).
    Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 6 Nov. 2025
  • By 1957, Levittown was spending 16 percent of its annual school budget on debt service, more than the salaries of all of its junior-high and high-school teachers combined.
    Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Remove baking dish from oven, and stir until cheeses are completely melted; sprinkle evenly with chip mixture.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
  • As flames raged and doors melted shut, people jumped from windows and ran, some employees helping shield others from the growing inferno at the recycling plant, according to its owner.
    Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Israel wiped out entire cities with nothing left but an abundance of rubble mixed with thousands of corpses stuck underneath.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Nov. 2025
  • One fall night under the neon sign at Ground Zero, groups of tourists flocked in to hear Heavy Suga’ play originals mixed with blues classics and Muddy Waters hits.
    USA Today, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • The pigment, which runs on existing indigo lines, also protects elastane and blended constructions and achieves washdown with less heat and chemistry.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
  • It’s made with blended cotton, giving the style a bit of movement with a soft, airy feel.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Running back Waymond Jordan, who is out due to an ankle injury, was seen walking on the sideline just before kickoff and celebrated with the team on the sidelines when Jayden Maiava connected with Makai Lemon for the first touchdown of the evening.
    Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
  • The philanthropy part will probably be connected to his annual Thanksgiving contributions to family foundations.
    Alex Crippen, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • When Posa slammed Washington quarterback Demond Williams to the ground for a game-clincher on fourth-and-6, some 70,000 fans erupted as if thawed from a long freeze.
    Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
  • But after receiving negative feedback from some Canadians to its ads this spring, the bureau decided to put advertising on hold until tensions thawed.
    Sarah Cutler November 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The overall aesthetic look catered to wintery glam, with subtle personal nods to Biles’ husband and a sporty approach that merged style with athleticism in equal measure.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
  • The closing of Disney’s acquisition of 70% of Fubo, which is continuing to operate as a separate service, though with many business functions merged with those of Hulu Live, was announced on the eve of the YouTube TV deadline.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 9 Nov. 2025

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“Fused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fused. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.

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