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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
this red-hot sports car uses the latest technology for its engine design
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as in boiling
having a notably high temperature
don't touch the stove—it's red-hot
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
red-hot calls to action from both supporters and opponents of the war
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as in favorite
enjoying widespread favor or approval
a show that is this year's red-hot sitcom
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as in partisan
one who is intensely or excessively devoted to a cause
the inflammatory language favored by the red hots is simply polarizing voters and stifling all dialogue
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Recent Examples of red-hot
Matt Gelb, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, the rest of the world watches on to see whether red-hot tensions between Washington and Beijing will cool, averting a trade war between the two biggest economies that would have far-ranging repercussions.
—Jenni Reid,sam Meredith, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
But this Blues squad isn’t limping into the playoffs—they’re red-hot, going 19-4-2 down the stretch while playing must-win games every night.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
In a series against the New York Yankees, the red-hot Paul Goldschmidt came up with the bases loaded in the top of the first inning and no outs.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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The Phillies take pride in being the same — last season’s club raced to 95 wins and a division title before encountering the red-hot Mets in October.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, the rest of the world watches on to see whether red-hot tensions between Washington and Beijing will cool, averting a trade war between the two biggest economies that would have far-ranging repercussions.
—Jenni Reid,sam Meredith, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025
But this Blues squad isn’t limping into the playoffs—they’re red-hot, going 19-4-2 down the stretch while playing must-win games every night.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
In a series against the New York Yankees, the red-hot Paul Goldschmidt came up with the bases loaded in the top of the first inning and no outs.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for red-hot
Adjective
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That Seguin came back is one of those modern medical marvels, but he can’t be expected to carry too much.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Despite the awkward journey to this match, Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton created a babyface vs. heel dynamic that is hard to come by given how jaded modern wrestling fans have become.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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One idea is that about a million years after the Big Bang, the universe cooled and underwent a phase transition, an event similar to how boiling water turns liquid into gas.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Scientific American,
3 Mar. 2020
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If candy is still stuck on, pour more boiling water over whatever hasn’t come clean.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
3 Dec. 2019
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Leaders who are passionate about their work inspire their teams to share that enthusiasm.—
Edward DeAngelis,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Barman is passionate about removing friction in the DIY process.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Everybody's favorite socially awkward evil couple, Dedra Meero (Denise Gough) and Syril Karn (Kyle Soller), are doing terrible things for the Imperial Security Bureau, while Luthen and Cassian try to help the nascent rebellion movement on the planet.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Now, fan favorite Andor, a rather bleak look at the rebellion from the perspective of Rogue One’s sacrificial hero Cassian Andor (Diego Luna), is coming back for a big, bold, second season.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
21 Apr. 2025
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The other choice is an extreme partisan, someone who is selling out to special interests, has a long history of doing that, and has now tied himself to Elon Musk.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2025
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The Piazzale Loreto is where the body of dictator Benito Mussolini was strung and up stoned after his execution by Italian partisans.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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First discovered: 4 hours ago, 12:37 p.m. April 18 Initial location: San Mateo County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Hill Ic A new wildfire was reported today at 12:37 p.m. in San Mateo County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Season 5 to explore new relationship, show creator says While some may still be rooting for Emily to patch things up with Gabriel, the focus of this upcoming season will be Emily's relationship with Marcello, Star told Tudum.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Pritzker — who was rumored to be on the shortlist to be former Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate last year — issued a searing rebuke of the Trump administration, in his address.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
28 Apr. 2025
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Her viral speech in Minneapolis in 2020 remains one of the most searing indictments of state violence in recent memory.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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While the white oak shelves and tin ceiling create a beautiful space, my staff and I have worked hard to cultivate a warm and inviting environment for everyone.—
American Booksellers Association,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Finally, sunny and warmer weather can lead to faster chemical reactions in the air which generate higher levels of air pollutants like ozone and some types of particulate matter which are no directly emitted but formed from those chemical reactions.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Red-hot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red-hot. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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