as in intensity
depth of feeling
claims that the novel was written at white heat in a tremendous, unbroken burst of creativity
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Recent Examples of white heat
In the white heat of wanting something so badly, self begins to melt.
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Sara Holdren, Vulture, 7 June 2024
Things are at white heat in all that part of the country and the citizens are almost demoralized.
—Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 15 May 2024
Empty days of blinding white heat gave way to nights of blood and ferment.
—Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2023
That all happened in a kind of white heat of panic.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 6 Oct. 2023
In addition, its Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 and Renegade DDR5 memory modules also received a makeover with the introduction of white heat spreaders to empower users to choose the color that best fits their individual style.
—Tom Coughlin, Forbes, 4 May 2023
The white heat of technological progress can be blinding.
—Nicholas Bloom, Foreign Affairs, 7 June 2018
Sara Holdren, Vulture, 7 June 2024
Things are at white heat in all that part of the country and the citizens are almost demoralized.
—Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 15 May 2024
Empty days of blinding white heat gave way to nights of blood and ferment.
—Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2023
That all happened in a kind of white heat of panic.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 6 Oct. 2023
In addition, its Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 and Renegade DDR5 memory modules also received a makeover with the introduction of white heat spreaders to empower users to choose the color that best fits their individual style.
—Tom Coughlin, Forbes, 4 May 2023
The white heat of technological progress can be blinding.
—Nicholas Bloom, Foreign Affairs, 7 June 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for white heat
Noun
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Historic volatility The Cboe Gold Volatility Index surged this month to its highest level since the Covid pandemic in 2020, reflecting the intensity of the metal’s recent volatility.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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These settings reduce the speed and intensity of the tumbling action, minimizing the likelihood of tangling.—
Anyssa Roberts,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In practice that means less competition and more enthusiasm.—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
2 Feb. 2026
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That’s a solid start for the $40 million production, which is expected to stick around beyond its debut, thanks to great word-of-mouth and enthusiasm for original horror.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Embarrassment could have been a factor in the rash decision, but Trump is not a man who appears to be afflicted by that particular emotion, which takes its cue from a certain amount of self-awareness and humility.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Seeing athletes persevere teaches kids healthy lessons about effort, teamwork, and handling big emotions.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Layered over leggings, the lightweight cardigan adds warmth and dimension, instantly making a simple base feel more considered.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Feb. 2026
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Colleagues membered Printz for his warmth, his calm and even-handed demeanor.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Feb. 2026
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The designation has since been renewed multiple times as the country faces a host of crises, including widespread violence by armed gangs, food insecurity, displacement and a leadership vacuum after the president was assassinated in 2021.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
1 Feb. 2026
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Less than lethal has been authorized due to the violence against officers.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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“White heat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/white%20heat. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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