Definition of fusenext
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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 Based on Qualcomm's ARM platform, these processors fuse advanced performance with efficient power consumption, designed to optimize your workflows with native assistance every step of the way. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026 The United States and China are going to be in a race to fuse AI with robots, drones, and other defense systems, as well as to integrate it into manufacturing, health care, and transportation. — Lin Chia-Lung, Foreign Affairs, 3 Nov. 2026 Atkins, Saunderson, and May are widely credited as the architects of Detroit techno, fusing elements of early Chicago house with the electronic music being made by groups like Kraftwerk and Yellow Magic Orchestra. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 2 Nov. 2026 Apparently unsatisfied with his million other aliases, Atkins fused with von Oswald and Fehlmann for 3 Men in Berlin, or 3MB for short. — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 2 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • Escott is rolling out some meditation workshops where participants will stand on a city pavement and ponder how ancient seashells and coral reefs were once turned into cement and combined with stones and sand to turn into pavements.
    — Anne Makovec, CBS News, 13 Nov. 2026
  • This show-stopping historical hotel on the edge of the moor combines roaring fires and old-world grandeur with one of Devon’s best spas.
    — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • While above-average temperatures in November and December could work to melt some snow and move the rain-snow line higher, January inland temperatures are likely to cool down further and keep snowpack steady.
    — Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Meltwater from this ice sheet and other global ice that melted during that period flowed into the ocean.
    — John Anglim, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • For a while, Two Shell’s antics—like sending in decoy DJs pretending to mix—were divisive, but at least the music was exciting.
    — Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The story takes place at a time when young British musicians were mixing Punjabi beats with modern, bass-heavy production.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • The researchers also developed a technique that smoothly connects successive acoustic signals, reducing interruptions and unwanted noise as the sound-emitting location changes.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Nov. 2026
  • The pair had planned to take a connecting flight to Vegas after landing at JFK Friday afternoon.
    — Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 14 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • The bakery offers raw frozen pies to be baked at home and baked frozen pies to be thawed.
    — Eva Flowe, Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The ice may be thawing in the United States-Canada trade negotiations as the former heads into a contentious midterm season and the latter grapples with a flagging export economy.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Soon, traffic backs up so severely that metered on-ramps have to stop letting new cars merge onto the interstate.
    — Doug Jacobson, The Conversation, 13 Nov. 2026
  • That is because, according to current models, black holes should need at least 1 billion years to feed and merge enough to reach masses millions or billions of times that of the sun.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 12 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Her footwear blended the metallic trend with the animal print trend, specifically the popular reptilian subdivision.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • The score blends a nine-piece Hawaiian ensemble with a 70-piece symphony orchestra conducted by Mazar, bringing together Fisher’s distinctive musical voice and Mazar’s experience across film, television, animation and Disney productions.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Embracing its natural surroundings, Hotel Nesslerhof supports local producers and integrates renewable energy as standard.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2026
  • The Underline’s bike-and-walk path opened in mid-November, but the urban park has not been integrated into the Loop and has several amenities under construction until early 2027.
    — Isabel Rivera, Miami Herald, 14 Nov. 2026

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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