fusing

present participle of fuse
1
2
as in melting
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

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

3

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fusing Few companies have approached that challenge with the obsessive engineering of PITAKA, a brand known for fusing advanced materials with minimalist form. New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025 The folk dream, as the movie presents it, was about music of various stripes fusing into a community of spiritual and political power. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025 Swift turns Taylor's legacy into a sparkling pop bop, fusing old-Hollywood glamour with a modern-day love letter — almost certainly to her fiancé Travis Kelce, USA TODAY's review says. Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025 His album, titled El Rey de Habana, signifies his shift away from what’s typically recognized as reparto, fusing R&B, Brazilian funk, Jersey club, Afrobeats, and reggaeton. 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 Unlike every other autonomous vehicle developer, Tesla relies on a handful of monocular cameras rather than fusing the inputs from cameras, lidar, and radar. Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2025 Beyond its on-trend aesthetic fusing a sneaker sole with a backless loafer upper, the Air Jordan Mule also has some interesting things going on under the hood. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2025 In 2025, organizers told the Detroit Free Press, part of the USA TODAY Network, the show would be reverting to a blended approach, fusing a consumer focus with automotive experiences like thrill rides and Indy Car demonstrations. Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fusing
Verb
  • By combining maneuverability, reusability and speed, Arc could reshape both emergency response and battlefield supply chains.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Baltimore lost both games with backup QB Cooper Rush under center, combining for just 13 total points in losses to the Houston Texans and Los Angeles Rams.
    Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Discovery under pressure Warm ice is a high-pressure form of solid water that remains stable at room temperature instead of freezing or melting under normal conditions.
    Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Other tipping points include melting ice sheets, Amazon rainforest dieback and the collapse of vital ocean currents.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The color palette felt optimistic yet grounded, mixing natural hues with luminous accents.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
  • The talk show featured O’Brien and sidekick Andy Richter mixing comedy sketches with interviews spanning entertainment, sports, politics and culture.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Preparing the frozen turkey is easier than brining and roasting your own, just make sure to take thawing time into consideration for the big meal.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
  • India does not officially recognize the Taliban, but the thawing ties could be a response to China’s efforts to mend relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, analysts said.
    J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Sony snapped up anime streaming service Crunchyroll from AT&T in 2021, merging it with Funimation.
    K.J. Yossman, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
  • The brand, which was established in 2015 by mother-daughter duo Jude Benhalim and Rana El Azm with the mission to create contemporary pieces merging local craftsmanship with a modern design vision, is known for its flowing lines inspired by nature, nodding to everything from petals to dew.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The McMaster team’s broader research highlights how integrating biosensors, wearables, and AI could revolutionize diagnostics for women’s health — from reproductive conditions to cancer and osteoporosis.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
  • With the right guardrails, integrating AI and other emerging technologies can help boards decode complex issues faster, accelerate upskilling, and enhance decision-making.
    Lara Abrash, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Kelsea Ballerini carried on her legacy of blending pop and country while staying true to the storytelling roots of Nashville on Patterns.
    Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Early on, banks and trading houses were eager to project modernity and prestige, while Chinese architects trained abroad, eventually blending their learnings with Chinese aesthetics.
    Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • At the hips, the look billowed with extra movement, incorporating both a wide-leg element and a voluminous skirt.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Routine also supports easier training, as incorporating obedience lessons into daily schedules reinforces learning through consistency.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Fusing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fusing. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on fusing

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!