beat the heat
idiom
: to remain cool in hot weather
His favorite way of beating the heat is to have a couple of cold beers.
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With summer in full swing, people are looking for any way to beat the heat.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2025
There are cooling centers across the state equipped with water and air conditioning for Marylanders to beat the heat as well.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 25 June 2025
As temperatures rise, The News & Observer provides tips on how to beat the heat and answers frequently asked questions.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 23 June 2025
Looking to make the most of the warm weather?
Adding a pool to your backyard is an easy way to turn up the fun and beat the heat all without ever leaving your home.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 13 June 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2025
There are cooling centers across the state equipped with water and air conditioning for Marylanders to beat the heat as well.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 25 June 2025
As temperatures rise, The News & Observer provides tips on how to beat the heat and answers frequently asked questions.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 23 June 2025
Looking to make the most of the warm weather?
Adding a pool to your backyard is an easy way to turn up the fun and beat the heat all without ever leaving your home.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 13 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for beat the heat
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“Beat the heat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beat%20the%20heat. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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