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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Lauryn Higgins, Time, 13 Nov. 2025
Use cold-water detergent: If the temperature of your home's water regularly dips to around 60, buy detergent specially formulated for cold water.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
Despite that reality, Tyler Sullivan, an NFL analyst for CBS Sports, poured some cold water on a potential Kiffin reunion with his ex-quarterback.
—Jon Conahan, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
Here’s How to Tell For most healthy adults, however, cold-water exposure can be safe when done gradually.
—Lauryn Higgins, Time, 13 Nov. 2025
Use cold-water detergent: If the temperature of your home's water regularly dips to around 60, buy detergent specially formulated for cold water.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
To keep them moist, cover with cold water (changing it daily) or place a damp paper towel inside the container.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2025
Despite that reality, Tyler Sullivan, an NFL analyst for CBS Sports, poured some cold water on a potential Kiffin reunion with his ex-quarterback.
—Jon Conahan, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Nov. 2025
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“Cold-water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cold-water. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.
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