cold-wa·ter
ˈkōld-ˌwȯ-tər 
-ˌwä-
: having only running water without heat or utility services provided
a cold-water flat
: depreciation of something as being ill-advised, unwarranted, or worthless
threw cold water on our hopes
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Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Harry Styles uses ice baths for post-show recovery and mental clarity, and frequently engages in outdoor cold-water swimming, including notable dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
Drain in colander and refresh with cold water.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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Adjective
Amenities include a Balinese spa, a cinema, a heli deck, cold-water diving equipment, and polar exploration gear, with cabins starting at $32,000 per person.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Harry Styles uses ice baths for post-show recovery and mental clarity, and frequently engages in outdoor cold-water swimming, including notable dips at Dublin’s Vico Baths.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Noun
The weather service said in its post that cold water can have adverse effects on critical body functions like breathing and muscle function.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
Drain in colander and refresh with cold water.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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“Cold-water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cold-water. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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