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as in icy
having a low or subnormal temperature
the arctic air of deep winter
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as in frigid
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
received the usual arctic reception from her in-laws at Thanksgiving
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Recent Examples of arctic
Frigid temperatures expected across Tennessee as more arctic air arrives
How to prepare for freezing temperatures
Frostbite and hypothermia are possible during periods of cold weather.
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Joyce Orlando, Nashville Tennessean, 19 Feb. 2025
Holland America is launching three new arctic journeys that span 14 days and allow cruisers to spot the northern lights, with ship-wide aurora alerts that let everyone know when the lights are visible.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2025
Wolverine populations are distributed throughout boreal regions in the northern hemisphere, including arctic and subarctic regions and western North America, the Wolverine Foundation noted.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 30 May 2025
Before heading to their room, guests receive a warm sleeping bag suitable for arctic temperatures.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Joyce Orlando, Nashville Tennessean, 19 Feb. 2025
Holland America is launching three new arctic journeys that span 14 days and allow cruisers to spot the northern lights, with ship-wide aurora alerts that let everyone know when the lights are visible.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2025
Wolverine populations are distributed throughout boreal regions in the northern hemisphere, including arctic and subarctic regions and western North America, the Wolverine Foundation noted.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 30 May 2025
Before heading to their room, guests receive a warm sleeping bag suitable for arctic temperatures.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for arctic
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Gelato is very similar to ice cream, but only relies on milk instead of heavy cream for a slightly lighter, icier texture than traditional homemade ice cream.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
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Stock tip: Migrate to icier territories… Aston Villa 6/1 Last five results: WLWWW A two-goal deficit to overcome in the Champions League quarter-final return leg against Paris Saint-Germain next week likely spells the end of Villa’s European aspirations.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Resilience was what kept Di Caprio’s Glass alive in the frigid temperatures of the American wilderness.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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With weeks of frigid temperatures this year, outreach groups have kicked into overdrive to provide resources and services.—
Keely Doll,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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The region where Wilga went missing is known for freezing nighttime temperatures, mixed difficult terrain, and total isolation.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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The young girl then managed to find her way out of the woods and locate help without the aid of any of her devices, all in freezing temperatures.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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Strategic commenting can lead to five-figure contracts without cold pitching.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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First, a quick refresher on freezing: The super cold temp—freezers should be set to zero degrees Fahrenheit or lower—stalls the growth of bacteria and other organisms.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
1 July 2025
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That’s still chilly, but remember the greenhouse effect: there is a lot of frozen methane and carbon dioxide on Pluto, so these ices can vaporize and possibly provide enough thermal retention to make the tiny world at least somewhat comfortable, if not exactly habitable.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
3 July 2025
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The rooftop bar features large couches placed near a grand fireplace for all the chilly nights to come.—
Kaycee Sloan,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Navigate through the shop aisle to the breezy oceanfront dining room in the back, set on a surprisingly chill stretch of sand.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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While the small town of Kailua-Kona can be bustling during the summer months, the Big Island is typically chill.—
Will McGough,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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The floral prints just feel right everywhere, from the lavender fields of Provence to the vibrant streets of Lisbon, and the lightweight fabric keeps me cool in the hottest temperatures.—
Claire Gallam,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
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This keeps living spaces cooler and saves money, CEO of Green Doors Joseph Holman told the outlet, as air conditioning units don't have to work as hard to keep spaces chilled.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
6 July 2025
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Industry and civil society are polar opposites: 78% of industry actors are accelerationists or national security hawks, while close to 75% of civil society respondents focus on public interest and responsible AI advocacy.—
Paulo Carvão,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The affable Carroll was the polar opposite of the stern hard-driving Parcells.—
Tribune Content Agency,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2025
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“Arctic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arctic. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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