Example Sentences

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The scientists discovered four different yeasts that can survive sub-zero temperatures in Oetzi's guts, skin and "brownish" water that melted off his body when he was partially unfrozen.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

If there were any doubts about how her often intimate and understated style would suit a main stage festival finale, they melted away within minutes.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Ms. Kobza’s opening chapters are disfigured by the melted wax of academic cant.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

One of the best-known MOF glasses is ZIF-62, a porous material that can be melted and cooled into a glass while still keeping some of its internal pores.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

The fake smile melted off my face as Mr. Haber stood up and moved around the desk with the cash.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu