evaporate

Example Sentences

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When ABC pulled the plug on the new season of “The Bachelorette,” its cast of suitors saw their 15 minutes of fame seemingly evaporate before it could begin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Of course, the argument that valuation multiples are supportive may evaporate if earnings crater.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

USC had led by two scores with less than five minutes remaining, only to see its lead evaporate in that span.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

I watched the Cold War reach its height, then simply evaporate.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

Hazel wondered what it would be like to melt, if you would feel yourself slowly liquefy, or if your conscious thoughts would evaporate away before you did.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu