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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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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
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 31 Jan. 2025
Senior Joe Rotondo’s goal proved the difference for Marshfield as part of a 3-2 win over a red-hot Duxbury in Patriot League Keenan action.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 30 Jan. 2025
The 48-year-old was spotted in New York City on January 28 in a red-hot number, a black belted coat, and some tall T-strap heels.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Hull was red-hot last year, finishing with a 47.1 percent shooting rate, second only to Emily Engstler of the Washington Mystics who shot 47.4 percent.
—David Moin, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
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The Hall of Fame coach’s second season at St. John’s is off to a red-hot start, with his Red Storm now 18-3, including 9-1 in Big East play.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 31 Jan. 2025
Senior Joe Rotondo’s goal proved the difference for Marshfield as part of a 3-2 win over a red-hot Duxbury in Patriot League Keenan action.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 30 Jan. 2025
The 48-year-old was spotted in New York City on January 28 in a red-hot number, a black belted coat, and some tall T-strap heels.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Hull was red-hot last year, finishing with a 47.1 percent shooting rate, second only to Emily Engstler of the Washington Mystics who shot 47.4 percent.
—David Moin, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for red-hot
Adjective
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The journey of one painting charts a profound shift in modern societies.—
Brian Klaas,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Davidson purchased the southwest corner lot and is planning a house, which will cost in the neighborhood of $4,000 and be modern in every respect.—
Kay Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 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 tight retails for $118, and comes in such colors as black, desert red, passionate pink, lavender lux, magenta smoke, washed denim, true navy, espresso, Army green and solar gray.—
Lisa Lockwood,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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An active member of the Society of American Travel Writers, Alexandra Owens is passionate about writing stories that highlight the power and potential of responsible ecotourism.—
Alexandra Owens,
AFAR Media,
10 Feb. 2025
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Besides Arte Johnson as Tyrone, another favorite famous target of Gladys’ wayward backhand was often the head of tipsy Dean Martin during his celebrity roast TV specials.—
Phil Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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Wondering when and where your favorite team is playing next?—
David Ammenheuser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Feb. 2025
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Johnson, who has struggled with questioning from reporters at times, will need to maintain a strong front against antagonistic partisans on Capitol Hill.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2025
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Partisan school boards The Senate Elections Committee on Monday will consider Senate Bill 287, which would make Indiana's school board elections partisan.—
Arika Herron,
Axios,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The launch of the film complex follows the UK government introducing a 40 percent corporate tax rates relief for film and TV studio facilities until 2034, and a new independent film incentive of 40 percent.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Feb. 2025
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Hu Sanshou; 2024; China; 113 min A filmmaker returns to his hometown, where villagers honor the deceased by excavating and transporting the bodies to their new resting grounds.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2025
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Briarcliff Entertainment has set a March theatrical release date for the Oscar-qualified documentary October 8, a searing examination of antisemitism that erupted after the Hamas terror attack on Israel of October 7, 2023.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2025
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At the end of the day, room could not be found for even Marianne Jean-Baptiste, a past Oscar nominee who swept the major critics awards for her searing turn in Hard Truths, or Angelina Jolie, a past Oscar winner and the A-lister of A-listers, who seemed an early front-runner for the biopic Maria.—
Scott Feinberg,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Jan. 2025
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It’s finished with red wood veneer, which adds a rustic and warm feel to the piece.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2025
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Grant was polite and warm, albeit confused about having an indoor life and this influx of love and care.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
9 Feb. 2025
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“Red-hot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/red-hot. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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