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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 However, with ankylosing spondylitis (AS), a more advanced form of the condition, inflammation is visible on X-ray imaging, and over time the spine’s vertebrae may begin to fuse. Cheyenne Buckingham, SELF, 24 Oct. 2025 Chainsaw Man follows Denji, a poor teen who makes a contract that fuses his body with that of Pochita, the dog-like Chainsaw Devil, granting him the power to transform parts of his body into chainsaws. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025 The installation fuses sculpture, video installations, libretto and movement. Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 22 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 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • Relative to the starting pitcher market, his contract -- he is owed $28 million combined over the next two seasons with a club option for 2028 -- is reasonable.
    Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
  • Their approach combines scientific innovation with environmental responsibility, positioning perovskite/silicon TSCs as a cornerstone for future clean energy systems, provided the industry can meet both performance and sustainability benchmarks.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • For brown butter, in a medium skillet heat butter over medium-low until melted.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a sauté pan over medium heat.
    Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Set in the world of Tokyo’s red-light district, Souza’s feature debut won the 119 Marvila Studios Award, the top prize in the Agora’s Works in Progress section, offering sound mixing services in post-production.
    Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Whoever mixed that show somehow got the intro music way up here and dialogue down here.
    Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • More than 60% of 136 facilities connected to missile production or the Chinese military’s rocket force, which controls China’s nuclear arsenal, showed signs of expansion in satellite images.
    Tamara Qiblawi, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
  • This can then aid you in targeting your audience, guiding you in adjusting prices to consumer needs, and even lead you to use AI to personalize marketing messages to better connect with certain groups.
    K.H. Koehler, jsonline.com, 6 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
  • Skip the thawing step for the phyllo shells and simply fill the frozen pastry with pepper jelly, brie, and pecans.
    Brennan Long, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The decisions come after recommendations from Boeing, which merged with McDonnell Douglas in 1997.
    Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
  • Throughout the modern era, architects have been drawn to the idea of merging dwellings with the earth itself.
    Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Where Creativity Meets Curation Crisp’s approach blends artistic ambition with editorial curation.
    Partner Content, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025
  • The Frosty Fusions blend the sauces available for Swirls with mix-in toppings.
    Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The software, called VenApp, was originally launched by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in 2022 as a hybrid application, integrating a messaging service with a helpline for people to report issues with utility services, such as power outages and water disruptions.
    Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Pisen's smart power solutions are designed to integrate into this dynamic urban fabric, where every minute holds value and no moment should be cut short by a dead battery.
    Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.

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