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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 This year, nail artists are reviving the trend by fusing their modern expertise with this nostalgic aesthetic. Jeanne Ballion, Glamour, 29 Aug. 2025 Paramount+ offers a vivid test case in leadership under pressure—managing layoffs that could reach 3,000 employees, retooling its strategy around live sports, experimenting with AI, and trying to fuse the DNA of a legacy studio with the energy of a start-up. Jason Wingard, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025 The original track fuses rock with hip-hop and its lyrical content is about winning big and having team pride. Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2025 By merging luxury craftsmanship with wellness, Gordon said the brand sits in a unique position of fusing these worlds together. Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
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  • Auction ylelds $70,000 combined for two hams at the FFA breakfast as one highlight of the 2025 Wilson County – Tennessee State Fair now in the books.
    Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 30 Aug. 2025
  • The LiF@spinel approach combines a spinel buffer for rapid ion movement with a LiF outer layer that blocks corrosive attack, the researchers said.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • If the top of your casserole is melted but not golden brown after the suggested baking time, place the pan under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to add color.
    Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
  • In a skillet, melt butter and add flour to make roux, season with salt and pepper and slowly add milk.
    Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • With a 63-minute rain delay mixed into the third quarter, the Eagles outscored the Cowboys by a pedestrian 3-0 margin to walk away with a 24-20 victory.
    Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Two Ohio men and 22 Chinese nationals are charged with trafficking drugs to mix with fentanyl and increase its strength, federal officials announced Wednesday.
    David Ferrara, The Enquirer, 4 Sep. 2025
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  • The cells extended nerve fibers in both directions, toward the head and tail, to connect with the host spinal tissue.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
  • In fact, the presidents of the Central Pacific and, yes, Union Pacific railroads met in 1869 to drive the final ceremonial rail stake into the ground, connecting the east and west coasts.
    Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Experts called it unprecedented and warned that Alpine permafrost was thawing.
    Daniel A. Gross, New Yorker, 27 Aug. 2025
  • The fastest way is to defrost in the microwave, but Baham cautions that hot dogs thawed this way should be cooked immediately after.
    Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Each villa has a magnificent plunge pool, a soaking tub, and an open-air living area that seamlessly merges with the outdoors.
    Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
  • Clara Son merges unconventional silhouettes with timeless tailoring to create pieces that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant.
    Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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  • Sunseeker is a leader in intelligent garden care, blending the past with the present and real with the digital.
    Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
  • New to the menu is the Cereal N’ Milk Latte, a take on the Dunkalatte, blended with cereal milk and espresso for a marshmallow-cereal flavor.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 26 Aug. 2025
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  • While 44% of employees say their organization has begun integrating AI, only 22% report seeing a clear plan, and just 30% say their company has even basic guidelines.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Competing with Meta’s first venture into this market, Apple is developing smart eyeglasses that will integrate a camera, a mic, and an AI assistant.
    Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 6 Sep. 2025.

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