as in jewelry
slang
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body
She joked that she was wearing so much ice that she nearly blinded herself looking into the well-lit mirror.
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1
as in to ensure
to make sure, certain, or safe
with that win, the team has pretty much iced a spot in the play-offs
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2
as in to murder
slang
to put to death deliberately
that gang leader wouldn't hesitate to ice anyone who tries to invade his turf
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Recent Examples of ice
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
The reaction from his teammates on the ice to celebrate the goal and a big hug from Nathan MacKinnon on the celebration drive-by at the bench were all precious moments.
—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2025
Though a judge ordered key officials to restore the wire service’s access to certain White House spaces, the Trump administration has found work-arounds to keep the AP iced out in certain places over its refusal to use the term Gulf of America in its popular stylebook.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Boston shot 5-of-23 from three in the first half and went ice cold in the fourth, connecting on just two of 15.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 May 2025
The reaction from his teammates on the ice to celebrate the goal and a big hug from Nathan MacKinnon on the celebration drive-by at the bench were all precious moments.
—Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Verb
The breakfast sandwich, made with country-style sausage on a Bo-Berry biscuit topped with icing, returned to menus in time for Bojangles to launch its first-ever National Bo-Berry Week.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2025
Though a judge ordered key officials to restore the wire service’s access to certain White House spaces, the Trump administration has found work-arounds to keep the AP iced out in certain places over its refusal to use the term Gulf of America in its popular stylebook.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ice
Noun
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The look that required 1,455 hours to make featured a dipping neckline that showed off debut Cartier jewelry, according to British Vogue.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
8 May 2025
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Starlight Atrium and Galileo’s Bar. Fans of Regent’s trademark lavish design won’t be disappointed, with touches such as handblown glass and ceramic pearls and light fixtures fashioned to resemble jewelry among the intricate interior details.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2025
Verb
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Its Multi-Sensor System, combining infrared detection, ultrasonic sensors, and an AI camera, ensures accurate navigation, while the real-time app control allows users to direct the cleaning process to specific areas.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Controlling a fire means ensuring that the fire can't spread or cross the containment line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Fred & Rose West: A British Horror Story focuses on the dark true story of two married serial killers who abused, raped, and murdered several young women and girls, including their own children, in the Gloucester area between 1967 and 1987.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
14 May 2025
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They were sentenced in 1996 to life in prison without the possibility of parole for murdering their father, Jose Menendez, and mother, Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills home in 1989.—
Jaimie Ding,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Speaking of moments, she was photographed outside the Magnum Cannes party with a new accessory — what else? — a Magnum ice cream bar.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2025
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In addition to swimsuits, the campaign also touts the Louis Vuitton × Murakami bags, travel accessories, jewelry and shoes.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Defense attorney Raven Liberty told the Miami Herald that three years ago, the Broward State Attorney’s Office assured the defense that Melly’s lyrics wouldn’t be used against him.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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The club did not bring in psychologists in an attempt to lift spirits, though sources in the dressing room assure The Athletic that each player has access to his own psychologist or personal coach if required.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
Verb
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This time, his assignment takes him to Serbia, as he is tasked with assassinating the merciless General Mile Valstoria (Peter Linka).—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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The group is suspected of assassinating the majority of the more than 133 indigenous social leaders killed in northern Cauca between 2016 and 2024.—
Elizabeth Dickinson,
Foreign Affairs,
8 May 2025
Verb
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Past performances do not guarantee success in the future and betting odds fluctuate from one minute to the next.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Medrano pointed to the state's Open Beaches Act, which guarantees free public access to its sandy shores.—
Mireya Villarreal,
ABC News,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Karen Carter, 65, was discovered slain in Dordogne, in southwestern France, on April 29, the BBC reported, citing the state prosecutor.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
People.com,
7 May 2025
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The number of people slain so far in 2025: 116. Chicago homicides, by year Data for 2025 is updated through April 30, 2025.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
5 May 2025
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“Ice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ice. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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