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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
Sabana did not answer follow-up questions seeking additional information about the police department's decision, saying it was focused on preparing for an arctic storm expected to roll through the city beginning Wednesday night.
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Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
There’s a pair of cargo pants that’ll keep you warm in arctic cabins and zip off into shorts for warmer locations.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 29 July 2025
At the same time, Chuck sent an expedition to locate Bill Prady, who had been frozen with his shield across his chest in a block of arctic ice.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 July 2025
An extreme cold watch will soon be in effect for the Greater Cincinnati area, as an arctic blast makes its way toward the East Coast.
—Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Ella McCarthy, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
There’s a pair of cargo pants that’ll keep you warm in arctic cabins and zip off into shorts for warmer locations.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 29 July 2025
At the same time, Chuck sent an expedition to locate Bill Prady, who had been frozen with his shield across his chest in a block of arctic ice.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 July 2025
An extreme cold watch will soon be in effect for the Greater Cincinnati area, as an arctic blast makes its way toward the East Coast.
—Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for arctic
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From island flavors at the Caribbean Beach Resort to the splash zones of Typhoon Lagoon and the icy adventures at Blizzard Beach, there’s still plenty of time to soak up every last drop of the summer.—
Martie Bowser,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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From sweltering summer afternoons to rainy days and icy winters, there are plenty of times when heading outside just isn’t an option.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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The need for such shelters came into sharp focus in January 2025, when prolonged periods of frigid winter weather gripped Louisville.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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Prior to and after the ruling, a small but noisy crowd spent those fateful hours chanting in support outside the PJ headquarters in San Telmo, a nearby Buenos Aires neighborhood, many of whom followed her back to Calle San José that frigid night.—
Agustino Fontevecchia,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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While adults die in cold weather, their eggs can survive freezing temperatures until the return of spring.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
30 Aug. 2025
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While adults die in cold weather, their eggs can survive freezing temperatures until the return of spring.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
29 Aug. 2025
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Owalas are made with stainless steel, so water stays cold for hours, and the 16-ounce size is ideal for the younger kid crowd.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
3 Sep. 2025
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Wash it all down with a cold beer.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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The midweight fabric is perfect for layering on chillier fall days, while the snap closure leaves room for easy venting.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
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This jacket is constructed with a mix of polyester and spandex, which is lightweight enough for warmer fall days but still provides enough warmth when temperatures are on the chilly side.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
4 Sep. 2025
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As per usual, the expressions are non-chill filtered and bottled at their natural color.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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In an instant, Brother Dude sheds his non-caring and chill attitude and becomes an emperor in all his authority and confidence.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Vulture,
29 Aug. 2025
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Waterspouts tend to form when the air is cool and moist, and the water is near its warmest.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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After months of summer heat, cooler temperatures are a welcome shift, but along with sweater weather and falling leaves come dwindling daylight hours.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Polar Museum covers everything from early hunting expeditions to Amundsen’s polar achievements, while the Tromsø Museum offers insight into Sami culture and the natural phenomenon of the northern lights.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Warned To Avoid Sun Amid 'Dangerously Hot Conditions' The National Weather Service explains that the polar vortex is a persistent low-pressure system of cold air around the Earth's poles.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Arctic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arctic. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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