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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Here are some of our favorite summertime desserts and salads that can help beat the heat—and some tricks for keeping food cold in a heatwave.
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 2 May 2025
Activities and Experiences With three on-site pools and access to the beach, there are plenty of spots where guests can relax and beat the heat.
—Jalyn Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
Known for its natural fibers, looser weave, and excellent moisture-wicking properties, linen offers superior airflow that helps beat the heat.
—Kate Donnelly, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
The only way to beat the heat this season is with a stylish arsenal of lightweight blouses.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 2 May 2025
Activities and Experiences With three on-site pools and access to the beach, there are plenty of spots where guests can relax and beat the heat.
—Jalyn Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025
Known for its natural fibers, looser weave, and excellent moisture-wicking properties, linen offers superior airflow that helps beat the heat.
—Kate Donnelly, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
The only way to beat the heat this season is with a stylish arsenal of lightweight blouses.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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“Beat the heat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beat%20the%20heat. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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