fuse

verb

ˈfyüz How to pronounce fuse (audio)
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1
as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit our two local teams fused into a larger regional team

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2
as in to melt
to go from a solid to a liquid state the lightning strike was so hot it caused the electrical wires to fuse and then drip onto the road

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3
as in to mix
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout the many foundries would daily fuse copper and zinc to create the brass that made the city famous

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How is the word fuse different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of fuse are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When could amalgamate be used to replace fuse?

In some situations, the words amalgamate and fuse are roughly equivalent. However, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

Where would blend be a reasonable alternative to fuse?

The synonyms blend and fuse are sometimes interchangeable, but blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

In what contexts can coalesce take the place of fuse?

The words coalesce and fuse can be used in similar contexts, but coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When is it sensible to use commingle instead of fuse?

While the synonyms commingle and fuse are close in meaning, commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When might merge be a better fit than fuse?

While in some cases nearly identical to fuse, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When would mingle be a good substitute for fuse?

Although the words mingle and fuse have much in common, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When can mix be used instead of fuse?

The meanings of mix and fuse largely overlap; however, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

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Recent Examples of fuse At the center, the star then begins to fuse their helium into carbon. — Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 25 Feb. 2025 The album fuses elements of house, hip-hop, punk and electronic music, capturing the thrill of a headlining set and the intimacy of a late-night afterparty. — Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 21 Feb. 2025 Now, Eisen is reshaping Miami’s new design narrative with high-profile projects launching at the Aston Martin Residences, Miami Beach’s 5 Park, and Missoni Baia, fusing tropical ease with IMG’s fashion-forward approach. — Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 Mercury fusing with Saturn opens access to the spiritual realm. — USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuse
  1. combine
  2. melt
  3. mix
  4. connect
  5. thaw
  6. merge
  7. blend
  8. integrate
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  • Rather, people combine the products, techniques, and strategies that work for them.
    — Angela Haupt, TIME, 18 Mar. 2025
  • This whole project embodies his stories combined with my stories.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
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  • The best blush for mature skin should melt seamlessly into the complexion, livening the face with a healthy flush that doesn’t settle into fine lines, or appear to come from a compact or tube at all.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2025
  • My cream blush and bronzer melted right in, resulting in a seamless blend.
    — Denise Primbet, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of melt
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  • Position the bed in an area that receives lots of sunshine and mix a well-draining rocky or gritty soil blend by combining equal parts potting soil and coarse sand or fine gravel.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Its Yappy Hour menu includes $10 specialty cocktails such as the Rescue Dog Sangria and the Good Boy, which mixes vodka, cold brew coffee, peanut butter whiskey, espresso and brown sugar.
    — Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of mix
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  • Once in Chicago, people can connect to two other routes, according to a GOGO press release.
    — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Alongside the ongoing South Loop Park project, which will cap the southern section with a new multi-use park, removing the North Loop would mean that Kansas City neighborhoods would be fully connected from the Missouri River, through downtown and the Crossroads, to Brush Creek and beyond.
    — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of connect
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  • Freeze those blocks and then cut them up. SU: And then thaw them.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Permafrost—stable for millennia—is now thawing at an accelerating pace, breaking open microbial vaults from a prehistoric world.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of thaw
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  • Set to hit shelves on Oct. 7, The Crimson Throne merges elements from the beloved series Outlander and the work of celebrated fantasy writer Holly Black.
    — Rachel Raposas, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Rap groups such as Stetsasonic, Gang Starr, De La Soul, and A Tribe Called Quest merged introspective lyricism with the boundless sonic textures of legends like Davis, Hancock, and Coltrane.
    — Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of merge
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  • Frosty Fusions will blend a customer’s choice of sauce with additional mix-ins for a custom flavor experience.
    — Rachel Raposas, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The collection blends Puma’s athletic roots with Smith’s high-fashion touch, resulting in apparel and footwear pieces that are both sporty and luxurious.
    — Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of blend
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  • These factors are integrated into course material and field sessions non-stop.
    — Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Leaders are recognizing this opportunity, and assembling relocation programs that make the moves a little easier, and integrate new residents into the community.
    — Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
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