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as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
were met with a chill gaze when they arrived home late from the party
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2
as in chilling
uncomfortably cool
this chill weather is making my teeth chatter
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as in freezing
having a low or subnormal temperature
no one should be coatless on a chill night as this
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as in dark
causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer
the house's design may be cutting-edge, but it has a chill sterility about it that is anything but homey
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as in chilliness
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
there's a chill in the air, so you'd better wear a sweater
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as in to freeze
to cause to lose heat
chill the gelatin for two hours, until it sets
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as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
you want to hang out with us and just chill this weekend?
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3
as in to discourage
to lessen the courage or confidence of
investors chilled by the floundering economy
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
instead of going out tonight, let's stay in and chill
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Recent Examples of chill
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
Patrick was the most chillest, coolest guy ever.
—Lori A Bashian , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Sep. 2025
There’s been a shift from the alpha bro to a more chill, nice guy.
—Ashleigh N. Deluca, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
Stir with a bar spoon until thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds.
—Sonal Dutt, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Loch Lomond just relaunched an 18-year-old expression that is lightly peated, and Glen Scotia reintroduced a 15-year-old whisky that is unpeated and non-chill filtered.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
Patrick was the most chillest, coolest guy ever.
—Lori A Bashian , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
These include things like fever and chills, a skin rash throughout your body, nausea or vomiting and joint pain.
—Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Sep. 2025
There’s been a shift from the alpha bro to a more chill, nice guy.
—Ashleigh N. Deluca, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
Anyone who books a service is welcome to enter Pure Elevations for free, though the spa also sells day passes for $20 for folks who just want to chill on the consumption patio.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
Stir with a bar spoon until thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds.
—Sonal Dutt, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chill
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The conflict plays out against the backdrop of stunning visuals, leaning into the film's name as the characters battle in icy blue oceans and attempt to escape fiery explosions.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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Drivers should be prepared for changing conditions that include snow and icy roads.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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In a chilling case of deception and domestic violence, what appeared to be months of stalking by an ex-boyfriend turned out to be an elaborate scheme orchestrated by a Colorado woman's own husband, culminating in her murder just days before Christmas.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
26 Sep. 2025
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The film’s chilling representation of American politics may be an unintentional departure from the novel’s more whimsical energy.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
26 Sep. 2025
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Troopers also found bedding inside the freezing compartment.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
18 Sep. 2025
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The road reopened Wednesday afternoon, but another closure is possible because more snow and freezing temperatures are forecast for Wednesday night.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Princess Amalia took on royal power suiting in a pink ensemble with wide-leg trousers and a matching blazer with dark buttons.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
23 Sep. 2025
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Eight Unbearable Days Ray, Ben, Michael, Michelle’s brother, and Ben’s dad drove up I-70 to Vail, checking into a hotel just after dark as the first hasty teams from VMRG were heading up the mountain.—
Ted Katauskas,
Outside,
23 Sep. 2025
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The sanctions, which will go into effect unless there’s a last-minute deal Friday, will include freezing Iranian assets abroad, halting arms deals with Tehran and penalizing any development of Iran’s ballistic missile program.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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This cake can also be frozen for up to two months.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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Guests can also opt to relax by the 82-foot resort pool.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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Tranquility reigns here, inviting you to truly relax and find peace.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The purpose of natural rat repellents is to discourage them from returning, rather than trapping or killing them.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Sep. 2025
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Chinese regulators are now discouraging domestic tech giants from buying Nvidia chips, the Financial Times reported, citing unnamed sources.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
21 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Thanks to the quarter-length sleeves, the dress keeps you warm on those chilly fall mornings.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
25 Sep. 2025
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And on chillier days, layer in an oversized sweater for warmth and visual intrigue.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Chill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chill. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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