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noun

Definition of fizznext
as in whistle
a sound similar to the speech sound \s\ stretched out the light bulb burned out with a quick fizz

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verb

ˈfiz How to pronounce fizz (audio)
as in to hiss
to make a sound like that of stretching out the speech sound \s\ soda pop fizzing in the glass

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Recent Examples of fizz
Noun
Or maybe a lively Lambrusco from Italy, for a touch of playful fizz. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025 The idea is simple: As the weight on the volcanoes is lifted, the gases trapped in magma are released like the fizz in an uncorked bottle of champagne, driving eruptions. — Bypaul Voosen, science.org, 3 Dec. 2024
Verb
Leibniz was still fizzing with ideas in the last year of his life, 1716. — Anthony Gottlieb, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025 Make sure to place the stopper over the drain because this mixture will fizz up and try to escape. — Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for fizz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fizz
  1. whistle
  2. hiss
  3. bubble
  4. sizzle
  5. zip
Noun
  • The set ended with Matthew blowing a coach’s whistle and eliciting skronky feedback from his Rickenbacker, signaling that — God save the queen — bombastic British rock is back.
    — Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Paddlers must wear a personal flotation device and bring their own watercraft and whistle.
    — Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of whistle
Verb
  • This week, Matt Ritchie compared Wembley 2023 to a party balloon that had been inflated for a fortnight; by the day of the game, air was hissing out.
    — George Caulkin, The Athletic, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Members have hissed and hollered at Presidents of the opposing party in recent years with casual regularity.
    — Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 5 Mar. 2025
Definition of hiss
Verb
  • Repressed feelings are bubbling up, causing erratic reactions and meltdowns when pushed to the edge.
    — Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 18 Mar. 2025
  • By Erica Sloan Sparkly beverages pumped with prebiotic fiber have been bubbling up for some time now, positioned both as gut-helpers and healthier alts to classic soda.
    — Erica Sloan, SELF, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of bubble
Noun
  • But there hasn’t been much in the way of sizzle in recent seasons.
    — Steve Buckley, The Athletic, 15 Feb. 2025
  • The sizzle of Lively’s suit, however, lies in the retaliation claim.
    — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
Definition of sizzle
Noun
  • The top zip closure ensures that all belongings remain securely inside, while the slip-in side pockets provide easy organization.
    — Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Choose the Right Storage Containers After the seeds are safely tucked away in envelopes or seed packets, store the packets in zip lock bags, mason jars, photo boxes, upcycled takeaway containers, or tins.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
Definition of zip

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