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
Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
The Golden Bulls’ 69-13 victory Saturday in their homecoming game was iced late in the first half, as their redshirt freshman wideout pulled off a 100-yard touchdown on a kickoff return.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
One snap later, running back David Montgomery took a handoff 31 yards for a touchdown, icing the game for Detroit.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 23 Sep. 2025
Frozen lakes pose danger, officials say Frozen or iced-over lakes can be very dangerous, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) said after the region's recent snowstorms and freezing temperatures.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Amp up the icing drizzle by adding a few drops of your favorite extract (almond is delicious here), a splash of liqueur, or honey.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
The Golden Bulls’ 69-13 victory Saturday in their homecoming game was iced late in the first half, as their redshirt freshman wideout pulled off a 100-yard touchdown on a kickoff return.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
One snap later, running back David Montgomery took a handoff 31 yards for a touchdown, icing the game for Detroit.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 23 Sep. 2025
Frozen lakes pose danger, officials say Frozen or iced-over lakes can be very dangerous, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) said after the region's recent snowstorms and freezing temperatures.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ice
Noun
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Browse the store’s selection of men’s and women’s boots, alongside turquoise jewelry, belts, hats, and gloves.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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The jewelry designer married Matt Davis in 2014 but the two, who share one son, split in 2020.—
Janelle Ash , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The agency stated that the price adjustments are being implemented to help cover additional handling costs and ensure a successful peak season, according to a news release.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The measure has been long sought to ensure that every penny of tax paid at the pump goes toward road and bridge improvements.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When a young woman is brutally murdered in a remote town, a determined female detective is thrust into the case.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
6 Oct. 2025
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That included a pair of hunters named Victor Travis and Raymond Burgess; on the show, Gein hunts them down and murders them with a chainsaw.—
JR Radcliffe,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Expansion into accessories has already proven to be a boon for business.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
4 Oct. 2025
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Visit her shop on Main Street in Gordonsville to feel the organic cotton accessories, made entirely in the United States.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As these policies and investments continue to take effect, the American people can rest assured that the best is yet to come – especially once the Federal Reserve finally cuts interest rates.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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They wanna be assured that this treatment is actually worth it.—
Samantha Mims,
Essence,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Abe – widely seen as Japan’s last stable leader, having ruled for nearly nine years – was assassinated in 2022.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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The California resident who pleaded guilty to attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh at his home in 2022 was sentenced Friday to just over eight years in prison, far below the three-decade term sought by federal prosecutors.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Staffing levels to help in emergencies and maintain trash, restrooms, campgrounds and roads are not guaranteed, according to the National Park Service.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
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The White House said the executive order guarantees that AI will be integrated into US Department of Health and Human Services systems for sharing health information among health care systems, organizations and patients.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Murray, 72, was found bound and slain in the basement of his home in the 3700 block of Newcastle after his wife called 911 to report a robbery.—
Christina Hall,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Beginning in 1964 Nagasaki and unfolding over the next 50 years, young Kikuo (Soya Kurokawa) is taken under the wing of renowned Kabuki maestro Hanjiro Hanai (Ken Watanabe) after his yakuza father was slain.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Ice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ice. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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