as in to melt
to go from a solid to a liquid state
will have to let the apple juice concentrate thaw before you can mix it with water
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Recent Examples of thaw
Each cheesecake can easily be thawed before serving.
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Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Some frozen food was improperly thawed, other food was improperly labeled, and the only hand sink in the kitchen couldn’t be used because of problems with the drain.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
India does not officially recognize the Taliban, but the thawing ties could be a response to China’s efforts to mend relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, analysts said.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Improper thawing method being used for TCS food.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
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Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Some frozen food was improperly thawed, other food was improperly labeled, and the only hand sink in the kitchen couldn’t be used because of problems with the drain.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
India does not officially recognize the Taliban, but the thawing ties could be a response to China’s efforts to mend relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, analysts said.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Improper thawing method being used for TCS food.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thaw
melt
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Many drink it quickly so the ice doesn't melt and water down the coffee.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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Long loved for its ability to melt away tension, boost mood, and promote better sleep, the sauna blanket has officially entered the mainstream.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
20 Oct. 2025
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