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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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
Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
Morgan Wallen was iced out Sunday at the ACM Awards, and country music fans aren't happy.
—David Hookstead Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
According to the new food safety report, pest droppings were in nearly 30 places, including on the shelf above the icing machine, next to the mixer, on trays and on top of boxes of sprinkles, on the pastry boxes and under the bread slicer.
—Mamie Bah, CBS News, 15 May 2026
But the Ducks would get no closer, with Vegas icing the game on two third-period goals from Pavel Dorofeyev, who had four goals in the final two games.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2026
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Verb
Pour the signature fudge icing on just after the cake is removed from the oven, leading to a gooey, soft frosting that melts in your mouth.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
Morgan Wallen was iced out Sunday at the ACM Awards, and country music fans aren't happy.
—David Hookstead Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
According to the new food safety report, pest droppings were in nearly 30 places, including on the shelf above the icing machine, next to the mixer, on trays and on top of boxes of sprinkles, on the pastry boxes and under the bread slicer.
—Mamie Bah, CBS News, 15 May 2026
But the Ducks would get no closer, with Vegas icing the game on two third-period goals from Pavel Dorofeyev, who had four goals in the final two games.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ice
Noun
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This stretchy one-piece is a simple grab-and-go outfit that works just as well for running errands as for a night out with the girls when styled with jewelry and accessories.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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An icy blue halter dress can be dressed up with kitten heels and glitzy jewelry for your ceremony, and re-styled with fresh accessories for a black-tie event like a gala or an opera opening months from now.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
Verb
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But these warnings aren’t the first time the federal government has stepped in to ensure that telemedicine is being used appropriately, said Mei Wa Kwong, executive director of the Center for Connected Health Policy.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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Maybe the team should hire someone to ensure all black cats and ladders are removed from the area surrounding Comerica Park.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The second and final day of the convention began with a delegate moving to, and the body agreeing to, hold a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd.—
Jimmy Lovrien,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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Bartlett plays Dennis, Trevor’s boyfriend, who also totally murdered him, and maybe chopped him up into little pieces, too.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Keep reading to shop for more accessories that complement a bright wedding guest dress.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
31 May 2026
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But the truth is, simply adding contrasting accessories, whether in color or style, is enough to achieve that different and cool touch.—
Marilú Almaguer,
Glamour,
31 May 2026
Verb
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More important will be management’s near-term outlook and commentary on the call to assure investors demand for cybersecurity has taken a definitive leg higher now that AI is being ingrained into every aspect of the enterprise.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Zev Fima,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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Children of immigrants born in Italy aren’t assured citizenship, and can apply only within a twelve-month window after turning eighteen.—
Albert Samaha,
New Yorker,
30 May 2026
Verb
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That version of the city crumbled on April 9, 1948, when, just across the street, Jorge Eliécer Gaitán, one of the most popular politicians in Colombian history, was assassinated.—
Roberto Andrés,
The Dial,
28 May 2026
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Eleven days later, Israel assassinated his successor in a subsequent strike.—
Dana Karni,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The deal calls for about $57 million to be guaranteed for the five-time Pro Bowl selection.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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Leaders everywhere were fearful of military action but still prepared for conflict in ways that almost guaranteed that, if hostilities were to break out in Europe, the Great Powers would get involved.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
Verb
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Kristin Cavallari came to play and her abs came to slay Thursday night.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Marshall is also the mother of Cook’s slain brother, Chauncy Marshall, 31, who was killed in a shooting at a Springfield nightclub in 2017, according to media reports.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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“Ice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ice. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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