1
as in forming
to take on a definite form
our ideas for the marketing campaign are just beginning to jell
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2
as in gelling
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
the sauce will jell once it cools down
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Verb
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An online discussion about forming an unofficial supporters section brought four guys together for a beer.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Apr. 2026 -
Attorney Ahmed Mori, who is volunteering his services, says forming a homeowners' association could give residents more leverage.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Rangers’ power play has caught fire in the last three games, with the new top unit of Lafrenière, Perreault, Zibanejad, Vincent Trocheck and Adam Fox gelling quickly after a feeling-out period.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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If something isn’t exactly gelling, this is the stage to mix it up in makeup, hair, costumes, whatever needs to be fixed.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
24 Feb. 2026
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That regime sentiment seems to be crystalizing.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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All of these factors are crystallizing into a greater likelihood of a recession.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Near or below freezing temperatures are possible before daybreak on Wednesday morning.—
Rachael Jay,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Areas north of the Missouri River may even experience freezing conditions in the early morning, meteorologists said on social media.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Jelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jelling. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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