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 The Sagrada Familia fuses the universal language of nature — trees, birds, reptiles, cornucopias of fruit — with scenes from Christ's life. ABC News, 9 June 2026 The latest camper from Mammoth Overland takes two of the brand's most creative launches of the recent past and fuses them together into a prepper-grade wilderness and apocalypse survival safe room built for immediate escape. New Atlas, 9 June 2026 Armitage fused East African histories, mythology, sexuality, violence, and colonial memory into lush, unstable compositions that felt simultaneously intimate and epic. Thomas Rom, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026 The film explores mortality, addiction, and family with a story that fuses vampirism with Cronenbergian body horror. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • Tandoori Pizza is best known for combining classic Indian dishes, like tandoori chicken, malai paneer, curry chicken and chicken tikka and serving it on a pizza crust, the website showed.
    Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2026
  • The Angels combined for 14 hits, paced by O’Hoppe’s three-for-four night.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • Uncover; bake until cheese is melted and bun tops are light brown, 10 to 15 minutes more.
    Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2025
  • My mother made cheese dreams by melting a stick of butter with a cup of shredded Cheddar cheese and three ounces of cream cheese.
    Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Drug dealers mix fentanyl, because of its potency and low cost, with other drugs including heroin, methamphetamine and cocaine, which increases the likelihood of a fatal dose, according to the DEA.
    Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
  • The Vikings mixed him in with some of the second-team defenders during minicamp.
    Alec Lewis, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • Signed in Kanji, the jersey sold for $330,200, connecting a generational talent to one of baseball’s most enduring legacies.
    Denny Alfonso, New York Times, 12 Dec. 2025
  • It's also connected to Remedy's larger connected universe, which includes Alan Wake and Alan Wake II.
    Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Experts recommend pulling the plant as early in the spring as possible, once the ground has thawed.
    Breana Pitts, CBS News, 11 June 2026
  • There aren’t many applications where frozen celery needs to be thawed before use.
    Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • The Daughters group eventually inspired American Catholic women to serve in a similar way, first forming the Sisters of Charity until the groups essentially merged.
    Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
  • For Eaton to obtain tax-free status, the firm must spin off its Mobility division as a separate entity, withdraw cash, and then merge that business with Dana.
    Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 June 2026
  • Wetzel is a multiplatinum-selling singer-songwriter known for his rebellious edge, raucous live shows and signature sound that blends country, rock and ’90s grunge.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • When screens are incorporated, they're increasingly concealed within cabinetry, hidden behind artwork, or integrated more discreetly into the room.
    Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 14 June 2026
  • Although some could end up performing non-rate-specific duties, many will be there to help modernize the ship, and literally obtain experience of how the systems are installed and integrated.
    Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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