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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
this red-hot sports car uses the latest technology for its engine design
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2
as in boiling
having a notably high temperature
don't touch the stove—it's red-hot
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
red-hot calls to action from both supporters and opponents of the war
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as in favorite
enjoying widespread favor or approval
a show that is this year's red-hot sitcom
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as in partisan
one who is intensely or excessively devoted to a cause
the inflammatory language favored by the red hots is simply polarizing voters and stifling all dialogue
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Recent Examples of red-hot
James Mirtle, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
The Eagles never got closer than 16 points in the second half, as the red-hot Yotes finished shooting 55.7% (53.3% from deep).
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2025
Allow your accessories to build depth and contrast—think Saint Laurent’s leopard-print mules, Massimo Dutti’s woven leather tote, and Alighieri’s red-hot cord necklace.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
This red-hot planet will be activated by a whole slew of celestial bodies during the first week of April, giving you one final green light to fearlessly chase your ambitions.
—Nina Kahn, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Their once-struggling offense is suddenly red-hot thanks to strong secondary contributions from Dylan Cozens, David Perron, Drake Batherson and Michael Amadio, among others.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
The Eagles never got closer than 16 points in the second half, as the red-hot Yotes finished shooting 55.7% (53.3% from deep).
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2025
Allow your accessories to build depth and contrast—think Saint Laurent’s leopard-print mules, Massimo Dutti’s woven leather tote, and Alighieri’s red-hot cord necklace.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2025
This red-hot planet will be activated by a whole slew of celestial bodies during the first week of April, giving you one final green light to fearlessly chase your ambitions.
—Nina Kahn, StyleCaster, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for red-hot
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In early January, work finally restarted at the New Mestalla stadium in Valencia and a modern, 70,074-seater ground is now slated to be completed by 2027.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Both have their perks, but there are some significant advantages to choosing new construction — think modern designs, better energy efficiency, and less maintenance right off the bat.—
Shea Homes,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2025
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One idea is that about a million years after the Big Bang, the universe cooled and underwent a phase transition, an event similar to how boiling water turns liquid into gas.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Scientific American,
3 Mar. 2020
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If candy is still stuck on, pour more boiling water over whatever hasn’t come clean.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
3 Dec. 2019
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The couple alternates between passionate embraces and domestic tension (an ambulance shows up in their driveway, at one point, its whirring red and blue light hinting something sinister has just taken place).—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2025
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Sanchez, who described herself as a passionate volleyball player in her youth, talked of girls’ losing coveted spots on teams, and in some cases suffering injuries during games because of trans athletes unfairly competing against them.—
Jessica Garrison,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
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Best of all, this matching set comes in a variety of fun colors, including khaki and my favorite, hot pink.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Save your favorite Better Homes & Gardens recipes in one place using MyRecipes.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Mar. 2025
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Indeed, much of what Newsom talked about was immediately cheered by the very partisans who usually loathe him.—
Lanhee J. Chen,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2025
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But as a matter of context, there is a difference between the principled partisans of the early republic, the professional analysts of the 20th century, and an owner who demands his media outlet’s opinions should be limited to his preferences.—
Joseph Jones,
The Conversation,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Molina’s life is upended after forming an unlikely bond with his new cellmate (Diego Luna).—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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People quickly adapt to new financial circumstances, so while receiving money may bring temporary joy, the effect is fleeting.—
Shane Enete,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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The main topic of conversation was how the duo turned a photo album featuring the banal daily activities of workers at Auschwitz-Birkenau into a searing play.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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Every actor’s Hamlet is theirs and theirs alone, and Olivier’s is big and hammy and searing and often quite devastating.—
Will Leitch,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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It’s kept me warm in the cold winter months but has transitioned easily into spring.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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“Red-hot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red-hot. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.
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