as in to melt
to go from a solid to a liquid state
will have to let the apple juice concentrate thaw before you can mix it with water
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Recent Examples of thaw
Freezing is not ideal, as the creamy coating and panko topping can become soggy when thawed and reheated.
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Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
Several raw proteins were being improperly thawed in the bins at room temperature.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
april 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Frozen blueberries are versatile for recipes like smoothies, pancakes, and pies; they can be used directly or thawed.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
More than half a century of Cold War hostilities were thawing.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
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Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
Several raw proteins were being improperly thawed in the bins at room temperature.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
april 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Frozen blueberries are versatile for recipes like smoothies, pancakes, and pies; they can be used directly or thawed.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
More than half a century of Cold War hostilities were thawing.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thaw
melt
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Soaps are a farmers market must-have; take the easy route by purchasing a block of craft soap, melting it down, and adding your favorite soap-safe colors and scents.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2026
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More emotions aren’t going to melt him.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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“Thaw.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thaw. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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