In the melting pot
prepositional phrase
In a situation or place where different types of people, ideas, or cultures are mixed together.
The city is a melting pot of different cultures and traditions.
Often appears as...
- city in the melting pot
- society in the melting pot
Usage tips
Idiomatic
prepositional phrase
In a situation where changes could happen.
The future of the company is in the melting pot as the board reviews its performance.
Often appears as...
- future in the melting pot
- plans in the melting pot
Usage tips
Idiomatic
prepositional phrase
In a situation or place where different types of people, ideas, or cultures are mixed together.
The city is a melting pot of different cultures and traditions.
Often appears as...
- city in the melting pot
- society in the melting pot
Usage tips
Idiomatic
prepositional phrase
In a situation where changes could happen.
The future of the company is in the melting pot as the board reviews its performance.
Often appears as...
- future in the melting pot
- plans in the melting pot
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Diversity
Refers to diverse groups coexisting and interacting within a society or space.
The university campus is in the melting pot, with students from all over the world.
Pro Tip 2/3Positive Nuance
Often implies a beneficial coming together or harmonious diversity.
The street food festival was in the melting pot of local culinary delights.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Literally
Used metaphorically, not about physical melting but a blend of diverse elements.
The team's strategy was in the melting pot of innovation and experience.
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