1
as in to disappear
to cease to be visible
the fog soon melted away with the rising of the sun
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2
as in to thaw
to go from a solid to a liquid state
a forgotten carton of ice cream was melting away on the counter
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Recent Examples of melt
Her heart melts hearing the happy testimonials and watching young artists grow their gift.
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Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2025
That tension seems to have largely melted away as the two sat collegially together for a half-hour, followed by a schmooze-a-thon reception with Emmy Awards voters.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 13 May 2025
Advertisement Advertisement Pakistan’s water resources have already been burdened by climate change, as the country faces rising temperatures, droughts, and melting glaciers and superfloods that are impacting the timing of water flow.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 9 May 2025
The formulation incorporates a melting oil base that delivers lightweight hydration and a glossy finish.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 9 May 2025
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Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2025
That tension seems to have largely melted away as the two sat collegially together for a half-hour, followed by a schmooze-a-thon reception with Emmy Awards voters.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 13 May 2025
Advertisement Advertisement Pakistan’s water resources have already been burdened by climate change, as the country faces rising temperatures, droughts, and melting glaciers and superfloods that are impacting the timing of water flow.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 9 May 2025
The formulation incorporates a melting oil base that delivers lightweight hydration and a glossy finish.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for melt
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The film is also an introspective interrogation of Cruise's stardom, confronting its main character with uncomfortable realities: his world is artificial, insulated, and fleeting, and his multimillion-dollar good looks could disappear in an instant.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
24 May 2025
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Julius Randle was one of the bright spots in Game 1, but disappeared in Game 2, scoring just six points with five rebounds on 2-for-11 shooting.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Yuki Iwamura | Bloomberg | Getty Images The initial public offering market seems to be thawing – at least for now.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
16 May 2025
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Tell that to Kamilla, who still hasn't thawed out from the challenge.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
15 May 2025
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The remains of a Connecticut woman who vanished while hiking in Japan over two years ago have been identified, her family said Saturday.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
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Without continued protection of their habitat, the zoo’s population models predict this iconic species will vanish within the lifetime of a child born today.—
Megan Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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For decades scientists have been puzzled by a tiny parasite that affects millions worldwide, with the power to liquefy human organs and evade the immune system in ways that science hasn't been able to explain.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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The idea is to use solid oxide fuel cells to generate electricity from LNG while simultaneously capturing the resulting carbon dioxide, liquefying it, and storing it on the ship for later offloading at port.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Advisors who can build trust and act as a central coordinator for these services are invaluable—and often become long-term partners even after the spotlight fades.—
Jason Katz,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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In a world that often forgets the victims once the headlines fade, Joseph Dedvukaj remains a constant force—a voice, a fighter, and a steady hand guiding people back toward wholeness.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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The alcohol-free formula is supremely gentle, made with sunflower seed oil to reinforce and soften the skin's barrier with every application, while the scent is strong enough to be refreshing but faint enough not to interfere with your perfume.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
15 May 2025
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To soften the booziness, serve your drink over ice.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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But the Supreme Court dissolved the order before any delay on an appeal by the attorney general.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
14 May 2025
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With only three months to negotiate a lasting trade agreement, the current reprieve could dissolve if talks stall or reverse.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
13 May 2025
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“Melt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/melt. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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