melted

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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

Devine was the fourth wicket to fall as the White Ferns' middle order melted quicker than an ice cream in the 27C heat, collapsing from 29-1 to 33-6.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Drizzle the melted butter over the top, then sprinkle generously with Turbinado sugar and a pinch of flaky salt.

From Salon • 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

I’d dumped the melted ice out shortly after Jack and I finished the popcorn.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day