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as in combining
to come together to form a single unit
our two local teams fused into a larger regional team
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as in melting
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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as in mixing
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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Recent Examples of fusing
This low-and-slow process of nuclear fusion in the lowest mass stars ensures that 100% of the raw hydrogen inside of them will eventually burn, fusing to completion.
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Big Think, 6 Feb. 2026
Within 28 Kothi lies Cafe Kothi, an intimate spot where the menu, though small, is carefully crafted and beautifully executed, fusing local, regional and global flavors.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Beyond the performance itself, Magic Mike Live New York is being positioned as a full-night-out destination, fusing live entertainment with nightlife and hospitality.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Corridos tumbados embody the biculturalism experienced by Mexican Americans, fusing lo de aquí with lo de allá.
—Andrea Flores
jan. 8, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Adorned with 3,000 pendants, including 2,000 in signature Baccarat red crystal from fusing clear crystal with 24-karat gold powder, the opulent work of art is cradled by 15-foot installation and available for public viewing and viral social media moments day and night.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 1 Jan. 2026
The future of travel is being rewritten, not by chance, but by an emerging generation of travelers fusing global curiosity, advanced technology, and a passion for authentic experiences.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Robots that think together By fusing data from the air and the ground, the systems aim to deliver faster and more accurate situational awareness while reducing risk to soldiers.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2025
Fusion is a form of nuclear power that could one day generate enormous amounts of energy by fusing atoms.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
Big Think, 6 Feb. 2026
Within 28 Kothi lies Cafe Kothi, an intimate spot where the menu, though small, is carefully crafted and beautifully executed, fusing local, regional and global flavors.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Beyond the performance itself, Magic Mike Live New York is being positioned as a full-night-out destination, fusing live entertainment with nightlife and hospitality.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Corridos tumbados embody the biculturalism experienced by Mexican Americans, fusing lo de aquí with lo de allá.
—Andrea Flores
jan. 8, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Adorned with 3,000 pendants, including 2,000 in signature Baccarat red crystal from fusing clear crystal with 24-karat gold powder, the opulent work of art is cradled by 15-foot installation and available for public viewing and viral social media moments day and night.
—Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 1 Jan. 2026
The future of travel is being rewritten, not by chance, but by an emerging generation of travelers fusing global curiosity, advanced technology, and a passion for authentic experiences.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Robots that think together By fusing data from the air and the ground, the systems aim to deliver faster and more accurate situational awareness while reducing risk to soldiers.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2025
Fusion is a form of nuclear power that could one day generate enormous amounts of energy by fusing atoms.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fusing
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Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design took a different approach with the interiors of Dagger, combining a linear layout with natural tones and nine different types of wood.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2026
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By combining past and recent Hubble observations of the Egg Nebula, researchers have assembled the most detailed portrait yet of its layered structure, offering new clues about how dying stars sculpt the material that will eventually help form future generations of stars and planets.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Research even suggests the meditative, stress-melting vibe of yoga could help smooth out digestion and alleviate some symptoms of IBS.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
SELF,
6 Feb. 2026
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It might be best expressed by the heartbreak and shock that crossed Richard Sherman’s face on the sideline after Butler’s interception, melting away the confidence that was there moments before.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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After the sun set, Weaver prepared a bath for Gabriel, mixing the water with breast milk to soothe him.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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Making chia seed jam by mixing chia seeds with cooked fruit.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
9 Feb. 2026
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Shrimp and chicken were thawing in standing water in a sink.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
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Saturday morning cartoons were fortified with frozen orange juice concentrate that came in a tube and required thawing the night before.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
2 Feb. 2026
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When performed in merger review, the test is applied initially over the smallest set of products offered by the merging parties.—
Hal Singer,
Fortune,
7 Feb. 2026
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The driver was dumping dirt into a nearby construction zone and left the trailer up while merging onto the freeway.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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More broadly, this work highlights a promising pathway for integrating solar energy directly into electrochemical energy storage, potentially bridging the gap between renewable energy harvesting and efficient energy utilization, according to researchers.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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By integrating supplier data and focusing on high-impact variables such as product weight, organizations can achieve significant improvements in emissions accuracy, according to the Higg Index’s exclusive licensee.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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Julia Fox Fox painted a sea of lavender shadow over her eyes, blending the soft hue with charcoal and black liner in her waterline.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Instead of running everything through massive centralized models, enterprises are distributing intelligence by blending foundational models with small language models, reducing hyperscaler dependence and optimizing performance for specific, local environments.—
Abhas Ricky,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
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By incorporating this with a space-traffic management platform, close approaches between spacecraft can be predicted and appropriate action can be taken.—
David Szondy
February 07,
New Atlas,
7 Feb. 2026
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Beyond the rooms, the hotel sources both food- and non-food products from around the vicinity, and minimizes wood waste by donating it or incorporating it into various dishes and drinks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Fusing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fusing. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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