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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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2
as in boiling
having a notably high temperature
don't touch the stove—it's red-hot
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3
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
Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
But the Celtics responded with a 14-2 run fueled by more red-hot perimeter shooting.
—Zack Cox, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2025
Ryan McMahon, amid a red-hot May following a dismal April, led off with an infield single.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 12 May 2025
Machado did not boast about his red-hot start to the 2025 season and instead highlighted the good work from the Padres as a collective.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
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Rock-solid West Aurora stays in top spot, while red-hot South Elgin jumps into the rankings.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
But the Celtics responded with a 14-2 run fueled by more red-hot perimeter shooting.
—Zack Cox, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2025
Ryan McMahon, amid a red-hot May following a dismal April, led off with an infield single.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 12 May 2025
Machado did not boast about his red-hot start to the 2025 season and instead highlighted the good work from the Padres as a collective.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for red-hot
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His visit is a divergence from the tradition among modern U.S. presidents to visit Mexico or Canada during their first foreign trip, which comes after his administration levied tariffs against the neighboring nations early in his term.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Caregivers and communities must bridge an information gap Enhancing understanding of NCDs is key for social behavior change in Zimbabwe, where many people still prioritize traditional healing practices over modern medicine, believing common myths and misconceptions about the diseases.—
Cynthia Tully,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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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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It’s been possible, but hard to find Fettercairn from independent bottlers in the United States, and those who seek it out are passionate about it, Boice said.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Gabriella is a cousin of King Charles through her father Prince Michael's side of the family and a passionate musician who played an advisory role around the musical performances for Kate's Together at Christmas carol service in December at Westminster Abbey.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
16 May 2025
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Series regular Tony Todd, who died last fall, returns for a touching posthumous scene that references another fan favorite character.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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After a nine-month war, in which India sided with the Bengali partisans, Pakistan was defeated and an independent Bangladesh was declared in March 1971.—
Simon Montlake,
Christian Science Monitor,
16 May 2025
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In 2016, Clinton became an active partisan in support of his wife, Hillary Clinton, during her unsuccessful bid for president.—
Peter Kastor,
The Conversation,
8 May 2025
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In addition to offering previously unattainable data rates, Wi-Fi 7 will employ new technologies to reduce latency, increase network capacity, and boost efficiency.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
13 May 2025
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Available beginning May 12 for a limited time at participating Krispy Kreme shops, the Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection features three new doughnuts in a custom Pac-Man game dozen box.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Set in 2019 Los Angeles, Akil’s update paints a searing portrait of the issues faced by teenagers today, exploring the social media age and how, via the race-swapping of the leads, Black kids come of age in white America.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
8 May 2025
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As one more analogous reference, the need to manage hows reminds me of great literature, in particular, Viktor Frankl’s searing memoir Man’s Search For Meaning.—
Michael Ashley,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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Soak your grates in a mixture of warm water and vinegar.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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Hollywood’s obsession with IP and sequels certainly hasn’t gone away, and the upcoming warm months will feature a number of remakes that nobody really asked for.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
16 May 2025
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“Red-hot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red-hot. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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