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as in combines
to come together to form a single unit
our two local teams fused into a larger regional team
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as in melts
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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as in mixes
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
the many foundries would daily fuse copper and zinc to create the brass that made the city famous
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Recent Examples of fuses
Van Herpen’s groundbreaking work fuses traditional craftsmanship with technological innovation, transforming fashion into a meditation on the complexity of science and nature in a rapidly evolving world.
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Marisa Guthrie For Wwd, ARTnews.com, 14 May 2026
The menu fuses classic techniques with Caribbean and Keys spices and flavors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
The system, which fuses data from smartphones, security and traffic cameras, Wi-Fi signals, drones, government databases and social media, has granted Israel what seems an almost omniscient ability to track Hezbollah cadres’ every movement.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Designed like a modern Americana garage, the activation fuses the Scout brand’s rugged, adventure-forward spirit with Rolling Stone’s music authority into one unmistakably cool fan experience.
—Rolling Stone, 27 Apr. 2026
The collection fuses Ksubi’s youthful rebellion with the cannabis brand’s distinct New York energy.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
The format fuses athletic competition, reality-style drama and audience interactivity, following fitness creators through a three-stage contest that includes a signature Fight Club segment.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
His talent fuses perfectly with an intensely competitive nature.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
In this Best Picture-winning adaptation of Daphne du Maurier's novel, Hitchcock fuses melodrama and mystery to craft an elegant gothic romance with fascinating gender dynamics and a fixation on obsession.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Apr. 2026
Marisa Guthrie For Wwd, ARTnews.com, 14 May 2026
The menu fuses classic techniques with Caribbean and Keys spices and flavors.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
The system, which fuses data from smartphones, security and traffic cameras, Wi-Fi signals, drones, government databases and social media, has granted Israel what seems an almost omniscient ability to track Hezbollah cadres’ every movement.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Designed like a modern Americana garage, the activation fuses the Scout brand’s rugged, adventure-forward spirit with Rolling Stone’s music authority into one unmistakably cool fan experience.
—Rolling Stone, 27 Apr. 2026
The collection fuses Ksubi’s youthful rebellion with the cannabis brand’s distinct New York energy.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
The format fuses athletic competition, reality-style drama and audience interactivity, following fitness creators through a three-stage contest that includes a signature Fight Club segment.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
His talent fuses perfectly with an intensely competitive nature.
—Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
In this Best Picture-winning adaptation of Daphne du Maurier's novel, Hitchcock fuses melodrama and mystery to craft an elegant gothic romance with fascinating gender dynamics and a fixation on obsession.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuses
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Now 76, her approach to travel combines practicality with personal comfort.—
Karthika Gupta,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
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Inside, the formula combines four forms of vitamin C—ascorbyl glucoside, ascorbic acid, 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, and sodium ascorbyl phosphate—for a more layered, stable approach to brightening and antioxidant protection.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
9 May 2026
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Shyanne visibly melts a little in the background, and Jinx begins vibrating with rage and self-hatred.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
6 May 2026
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Snowpack is an essential lifeline for the state’s water supply that keeps reservoirs healthy, acting as a slow, natural release system that melts gradually through drier periods and trickles water down into reservoirs.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The collection, available May 7-10 at participating Krispy Kreme shops nationwide, mixes two new mini doughnuts with two fan favorites, according to the chain.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Some of the new cocktails include the Dubai Tai, which mixes rum, a pistachio simple syrup and chocolate, and the Ay Dio Tigre, made with tequila, strawberry, watermelon, tajin and red food coloring.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The main level of the home includes a lakeside primary suite, open gathering spaces and a chef’s kitchen that connects to outdoor living areas, its listing shows.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 May 2026
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The open floor plan connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, with large windows that provide abundant natural light and access to the backyard for indoor-outdoor living.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
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This one blends apple and pear for sweetness and texture.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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The dermatology and wellness center blends functional and aesthetic medicine to offer treatments designed to enhance natural features rather than dramatically alter them.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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This contract merges the Thermal Protection Shield (TPS) and Common Hypersonic Glide Body (CHGB) programs.—
adityajadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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Historic power collides with modern reality The King’s Speech merges the historic power and grandeur of Britain with the reality of the modern United Kingdom, a midsized country with an underfunded military, rising debt and waning international influence.—
Pan Pylas,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
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These capabilities will form an interoperable infrastructure that integrates with existing buy-side tools while establishing a consistent framework for attribution, optimization, and performance measurement across premium video.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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The system integrates the full robotics pipeline, including scalable data collection, advanced architecture design, training methods, and optimized deployment strategies.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 May 2026
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The collection of instrumentals incorporates field recordings that capture kids at play in the West Bank, and arrives alongside a 16mm film Carrico created in collaboration with a youth center for refugees.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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The album, recorded during a transitional period that included a cross-continental move from Buenos Aires to Mexico, incorporates traditional norteño sounds from her home, while delivering them in a uniquely Julieta Venegas way.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2026
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