melt away

language: en

definitions

  1. To disappear by undergoing the physical process of changing from a solid state to a liquid state.
    en: To disappear by undergoing the physical process of changing from a solid state to a liquid state.
  2. To gradually vanish, diminish, or disperse until nothing remains.
    en: To gradually vanish, diminish, or disperse until nothing remains.
  3. To lose strength or intensity, especially regarding emotions, tension, or resistance.
    en: To lose strength or intensity, especially regarding emotions, tension, or resistance.
  4. To leave a place or group quietly, often one by one.
    en: To leave a place or group quietly, often one by one.

examples

  1. The ice cubes melted away quickly in the hot drink.

    The ice cubes melted away quickly in the hot drink.

  2. Fears about the future started to melt away once they found a job.

    Fears about the future started to melt away once they found a job.

  3. His anger melted away quickly after hearing the apology.

    His anger melted away quickly after hearing the apology.

  4. Guests began to melt away before the party was officially over.

    Guests began to melt away before the party was officially over.