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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 Director Jennifer Katyn Robinson (Do Revenge) clearly enjoys fusing ’90s nostalgia with modish, self-referential satire. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 July 2025 Execution engine optimizers fuse GenAI’s reasoning with the capabilities of execution engines to take the most optimal actions in real time. Shekar Natarajan, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025 If this is a place where artwork comes to life, its latest inhabitant functions as a digital portal, an immersive gateway that collapses time, fusing past and future in a cascade of visuals that feel ripped from The Matrix movies. Asli Pelit, New York Times, 12 July 2025 This trend that fuses sensuality, rebellion, and urban style has crept into the closets of celebrities, influencers, and fashion experts alike. René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 4 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • The heat index combines air temperature and relative humidity to measure what the heat feels like to the human body.
    Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 28 July 2025
  • Hayden combined to throw just four innings in his first two starts of the month, allowing eight runs, including five on six walks on July 3 against Lake County.
    C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 28 July 2025
Verb
  • But when those votes were counted, all of those days of waiting melted away.
    Jayson Stark, New York Times, 27 July 2025
  • In the days since the video was shared online, Winifred's furry nose and extra tooth have melted plenty of hearts.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 July 2025
Verb
  • Brown points out that this is particularly important in a city like Chicago, with its array of neighborhoods and the multitude of cultures and languages that mix and meld into the spirit of the city.
    John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2025
  • Another method, hot and cold aisle containment, organizes server racks to improve airflow and prevent hot and cold air from mixing.
    Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 18 July 2025
Verb
  • Palm trees line the shore, and a paved oceanfront trail connects Wailea to a series of smaller beaches and coves.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 14 July 2025
  • About one in five of the museum’s 84,000 visits last year was connected to the initiative, a monthly rate of between 15% and 20%.
    Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
Verb
  • If frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 16 July 2025
  • With such a long history of environmental engagement and this recent overture from the DPRK, the timing may well be opportune for the United States and its allies to use environmental and science diplomacy channels to thaw relations with the DPRK.
    Saleem H. Ali, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Verb
  • Think Airbnb, which merged residential space with the lodging industry.
    Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
  • The company merged the teams behind Operator, its first AI agent, and Deep Research, a tool developed to conduct multi-step online research for complex tasks, to form a single group that developed the new tool.
    Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 18 July 2025
Verb
  • From the location to the architecture, every detail is thoughtfully considered to create a lifestyle that blends the charm of rural Idaho with the style and sophistication of a modern home.
    Bates Homes, Idaho Statesman, 20 July 2025
  • The Dewa Koh Chang The Dewa Koh Chang is a beachfront resort that seamlessly blends rustic architecture with the natural surroundings.
    Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2025
Verb
  • The marks a shift in extending the application of AI beyond technical domains to help workers integrate AI in their team.
    Jeanne Meister, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
  • Once young people reach the workforce, our internships and onboarding should integrate wellness practices into the foundational skills that help them — and our companies — thrive.
    Elan Gepner-Dales, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.

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