1
as in ensuring
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 murdering
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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as in fringe benefit
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Recent Examples of icing
Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 4 July 2025
An anti-reflective screen could do just that, with better scratch resistance as the icing on the cake.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
In Kentucky, where blackberries are the state fruit, a thick layer of jam is spread between the spice cake layers before everything is cloaked top to bottom in caramel icing.
—Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 26 July 2025
The Superman doughnut is filled with white cream, dipped in light blue icing and topped with buttercream clouds and an image of the Man of Steel.
—Moná Thomas, People.com, 25 July 2025
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An unglazed shell doughnut filled with vanilla cookies & Kreme filling, dipped in white icing and topped with vanilla cookies, patriotic sprinkles and white icing drizzle.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 4 July 2025
An anti-reflective screen could do just that, with better scratch resistance as the icing on the cake.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
In Kentucky, where blackberries are the state fruit, a thick layer of jam is spread between the spice cake layers before everything is cloaked top to bottom in caramel icing.
—Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 26 July 2025
The Superman doughnut is filled with white cream, dipped in light blue icing and topped with buttercream clouds and an image of the Man of Steel.
—Moná Thomas, People.com, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for icing
Verb
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Rather than implementing sweeping bans or heavy-handed restrictions, policymakers should focus on enforcing existing laws, ensuring responsible management, and addressing concerns without punishing an industry that’s so important for Florida’s economy.—
Shaun McCorry,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Mar. 2025
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The most effective leaders inspire optimism without ignoring hard realities—ensuring that positivity and being happy fuels meaningful results rather than becoming an obstacle to real progress.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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Eleven years after attorney Sarah Morgan defended her husband, Adam, against the charge of murdering his mistress, she's changed careers and started a family with a new husband, Bob Miller.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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They were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole at ages 18 and 21 after being convicted of murdering their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills home in 1989.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Apr. 2025
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Many scientists depend on NIH funding to pay their own salaries and fringe benefits as well those of their research staffs.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Any fringe benefits for workers from these minimal tax exemptions are starkly outweighed by the massive cuts to crucial programs these same workers rely on to survive and make ends meet.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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Reed said students in pre-K, kindergarten and first grade can be shy about making errors, especially when reading aloud, but assuring them that mistakes are okay will grow their confidence to keep trying.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Apr. 2025
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No Republicans signaled opposition to Huckabee’s nomination, assuring his passage.—
The Hill,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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Other ways to order McDonald's online While the new online ordering system may be more convenient, long-standing customers may opt to order food through other online systems to rack up rewards points.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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And yes, reward failure as the tuition fee for success.—
London Business School,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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All the lead actresses won Emmy awards for their role on the show as well.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
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Created in partnership with the Australian Festival Association (AFA), the new award aims to recognize music festivals that play a critical role in spotlighting and elevating Australian artists.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
5 Aug. 2025
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For instance, financial firms run ERP, CRM and wealth management platforms separately, with each business unit executing independent digital initiatives leading to disconnected AI strategies.—
Jabin Geevarghese George,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Most recently, the Florida Supreme Court rejected an argument that his longtime use of drugs and alcohol and several head injuries led to a mental decline that would make executing him cruel and unusual punishment.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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In addition to premium accommodations, guests of The Retreat will enjoy fine dining at Luminae at The Retreat, an exclusive restaurant serving signature dishes by Chef Daniel Boulud, as well as access to The Retreat Lounge and The Retreat Sundeck.—
Michele Robson,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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In addition to an extensive range of therapeutic treatments and nail and hair services, the spa also has food and drinks, including small bites, smoothies, premium beverages.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Icing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/icing. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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