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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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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 From artists like Sega Bodega reimagining live electronic performance, to bands like Shame building careers on their own terms, and artists like ODUMODUBLVCK bypassing genre and fusing his cultural influences into something entirely his own. Ellise Shafer, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026 The partnership fuses real-world sensing tech with massive computing power. New Atlas, 14 Mar. 2026 On top of each other, but also lightly fused in perfect edible harmony. Brody Miller, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026 Then a whole bank of dimmers on the switchboard unaccountably fused. Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
Verb
  • Gusty winds combined with snow may cause limited visibility.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Connor Malvik and Carsen Blake pitched out of the bullpen for Birdville and combined to allow 1 hit with 3 strikeouts in 2 innings.
    Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • This year’s hard freeze that melted most of our daffodils also took the edge off many of the Bradford pear blooms, muting the usual burst of white flowers across the landscape.
    Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Ninety percent of the state's snowpack melted from January to March, according to an Arizona State University and Salt River Project survey.
    Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Check subscriptions, compare a few price quotes, and choose quality over clutter, especially if your budget talks keep getting delayed or mixed between emails and texts.
    Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Add one fourth of meringue and mix until incorporated.
    Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The original complaint claims the airport violated federal grant assurances connected to more than $1 million the county accepted since 2022, when the effective ban on ultralights began.
    Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
  • The cave system was significantly impacted by construction of the Maya Train under former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, intended to connect Tulum and other tourist destinations to remote areas.
    Ryan Brennan April 4, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Officials expect that number to rise following the winter season, which typically makes road damage worse due to freezing and thawing cycles.
    Ross DiMattei, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The frosty relationship between the two organizations has thawed a bit with former NBA executive Chus Bueno taking over as EuroLeague CEO earlier this year.
    Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The collection merges advanced material engineering with innovative fiber compositions and a refined design language, offering a new perspective on how denim can evolve—both technically and aesthetically.
    Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The two companies merged in 2010, creating Live Nation Entertainment and vertically integrating concert promotion, venue operations, and ticket distribution under one corporate structure.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Maurer imagines blending the fungi with Martian or lunar dirt; their sticky mycelia would cement it into an extraterrestrial equivalent of particle board.
    Big Think, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
  • The Derpy McFlurry The Derpy McFlurry blends vanilla soft serve with berry-popping pearls in a wild berry sauce.
    Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The score is bigger and easier to read, the bases and count are brighter and stand out more against a darker background, and the design more seamlessly integrates the pitch clock as well as information like the batter’s exit velocity.
    Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
  • One of the strategies for combatting climate change in the Tomorrow Garden is agroforestry, which integrates the cultivation of trees and crops together.
    John Leos, AZCentral.com, 29 Mar. 2026

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“Fuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuse. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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