1
as in freezes
to cause to lose heat
chill the gelatin for two hours, until it sets
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2
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
Verb
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When a quake arrives, everything freezes and the video stops.—
Pablo Larios,
Artforum,
10 June 2026
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Instead, the measure freezes corporate net operating loss and enacts taxes on social media companies, digital assets, fantasy sports, tobacco and sports betting on prediction market websites.—
Lauren Victory,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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Overthinking at work drains emotional energy because your brain never fully relaxes.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Set in the palace's former stables, the spa relaxes with a gorgeous indoor pool and aromatic treatments.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Google discourages websites from trying to game AI search results, saying that the surest way to get mentioned by AI is to create content that is genuinely useful to humans.—
Will Oremus,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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Larger birds require a larger platform and entrance hole, while smaller birds are better protected with a small entrance hole that discourages other birds from entering.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
Verb
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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
Verb
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Your body cools down by sweating, so replacing that moisture is crucial.—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
17 June 2026
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Wind gusts could increase to 34 mph overnight Tuesday as the temperature cools to 62 degrees.—
Don Sweeney,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
Verb
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What frustrates me is when the CTA isn’t there.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
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Part of what fascinates and frustrates as regards Ginsberg is that for all of those thick anthologies, propriety forces me to concede that many of the poems simply aren’t that good.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
Verb
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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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Cable car rides, riverside strolls, and wildlife sightings add to the experience, while hearty Alpine meals and spa treatments ensure you’re rested, relaxed, and refueled for the next adventure.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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Perfect for anything from coastal getaways and city strolls to casual office days, the Toccin Drew Pleated Wide-leg Trousers make any outfit feel fresh.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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“Chills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chills. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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