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as in freezes
to cause to lose heat
chill the gelatin for two hours, until it sets
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as in relaxes
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
you want to hang out with us and just chill this weekend?
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as in discourages
to lessen the courage or confidence of
investors chilled by the floundering economy
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as in bums
to spend time doing nothing
instead of going out tonight, let's stay in and chill
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Recent Examples of chills
This nifty side table chills beverages for hours while doubling as a convenient spot to set down drinks or snacks.
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Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
The current crisis in Iran has sent memories bubbling to the surface for the collective, and chills down the spines of viewers.
—Chloe Shrager, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Uncertainty chills the market TOPSHOT - Smoke rises from the direction of an energy installation in the Gulf emirate of Fujairah on March 14, 2026.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
The metro chills behind the front on Friday and only warms into the low 40s.
—Chris Shaffer, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit, whose defendants include the Department of Homeland Security, argues that federal officers' use of such munitions is a retaliation against protesters that chills their First Amendment rights.
—Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
The suit names the Department of Homeland Security and argues that officers’ use of chemical munitions amounts to retaliation that chills First Amendment rights.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit, whose defendants include the Department of Homeland Security, argues that federal officers’ use of such munitions is a retaliation against protesters that chills their First Amendment rights.
—ABC News, 9 Mar. 2026
After pasteurization, Munroe chills it to about 34 or 35 degrees before bottling.
—Paul Edward Parker, The Providence Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
The current crisis in Iran has sent memories bubbling to the surface for the collective, and chills down the spines of viewers.
—Chloe Shrager, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
Uncertainty chills the market TOPSHOT - Smoke rises from the direction of an energy installation in the Gulf emirate of Fujairah on March 14, 2026.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
The metro chills behind the front on Friday and only warms into the low 40s.
—Chris Shaffer, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit, whose defendants include the Department of Homeland Security, argues that federal officers' use of such munitions is a retaliation against protesters that chills their First Amendment rights.
—Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
The suit names the Department of Homeland Security and argues that officers’ use of chemical munitions amounts to retaliation that chills First Amendment rights.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The lawsuit, whose defendants include the Department of Homeland Security, argues that federal officers’ use of such munitions is a retaliation against protesters that chills their First Amendment rights.
—ABC News, 9 Mar. 2026
After pasteurization, Munroe chills it to about 34 or 35 degrees before bottling.
—Paul Edward Parker, The Providence Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chills
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Hail is basically made up of balls of frozen rain—during thunderstorms, as warm air carries rain droplets high up into the atmosphere, the rain freezes.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
29 Apr. 2026
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Hopson cuts, washes, steams, fries, freezes then refries his Kennebec potatoes for an ultra crisp and fluffy bite.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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Friedenzohn, from Embry-Riddle, previously said that the DOT sometimes relaxes these requirements on a case-by-case basis.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Jesse Tyler Ferguson relaxes on the set of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on April 21 in New York City.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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Allowing more sunlight in also discourages the growth of mold.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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The women farmers say that the demanding nature of the work in the chile pepper fields discourages men.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
20 Apr. 2026
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Critical thinking really bums them out.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Then Jason and Thor shower together, each lathering the other’s back and bums up with fewer orgasms than an old Herbal Essences commercial.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
4 Feb. 2026
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As sea ice shrinks and expands, the surface ocean warms or cools.—
Hannah Richter,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
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Many panicle hydrangeas have flowers that are tinged with pink when the weather cools, providing an even longer season of color.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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Start with the room that frustrates you most, identify what’s creating clutter and look for a single piece of furniture that solves two problems at once.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
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The person at the cash register has to stop helping other customers to try and track down the booth owner, which holds up the line and frustrates everybody.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
6 Apr. 2026
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As your car idles, warm air blown from the top of your dashboard will melt the ice on the outside of the windshield.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
27 Dec. 2025
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Security camera footage shows a black vehicle park in front of Café Bernardo, a restaurant, and idles for about two minutes.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
17 Dec. 2025
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Keep scrolling to discover why the best canvas totes are taking over this spring and summer—perfect for every sunny scenario, from Sunday strolls to the farmers’ market to office hours.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
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For city strolls A white button-down is the foundation of some of the most reliable travel outfits—especially for long walking days.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Chills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chills. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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