COOLING Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

cooling

verb

present participle of cool

as in freezing

to cause to lose heat cool your drinks in the icy mountain stream

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as in hushing

to become still and orderly after the recess, tempers had cooled, and we could have a civil, rational discussion

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Recent Examples of cooling Choose from energizing citrus, cooling eucalyptus and peppermint, calming lavender or a variety pack with five different scents – an easy way to add a little luxury to your daily routine. — ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026 For even more cooling properties and pressure relief, consider the brand’s upgraded luxe memory foam mattress. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026 That has benefited not just Amazon's stock, but also the data center suppliers like chipmakers, Corning, gas turbine maker GE Vernova , and Eaton, which supplies electrical equipment and cooling technology for AI servers. — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026 In particular, the new system can drive cooling using waste heat as low as 40°C (104°F). — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026 But a recent report on used‑car data from iSeeCars suggests that even the mighty 911 may not be immune to a cooling market. — Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Hundreds of cooling centers will be open across the five boroughs to help vulnerable New Yorkers escape the heat. — Justin Lewis, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Solutions can range from the low-cost option of increasing the temperature by a few degrees to the high-cost solution of installing an entirely new cooling system. — Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 31 July 2026 The operator demonstrated a lack of knowledge regarding proper thawing and cooling procedures. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado july 31, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026

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Reynolds recommends 2 to 3 feet of dirt on the roof to keep the cellar from freezing.

— Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 3 Aug. 2026
Daphy Michel, 31, died of hypothermia after being released by ICE in freezing weather wearing summer clothes.

— Finch Walker, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of freezing

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If you’re used to traditional decluttering strategies that focus on sorting and purging, house hushing might feel strange.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026
There are a lot of ways to declutter out there—the pile method and the discernment method are two of them, and now, everyone’s hushing their house.

— Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025

Definition of hushing

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Pre-chilling your cooler and its contents, layering ice strategically, and packing food properly can all help keep everything colder for longer.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 30 July 2026
Long-term mortgage rates have already hit their highest level in nearly a year, chilling the housing industry.

— Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2026

Definition of chilling

Verb

Performed beneath a continuous gentle rain of warm seawater, this experience combines mineral-rich marine exposure and thermal comfort soothing aching muscles along the way and quieting the mind.

— Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
However, the Rams’ acquisition of Garrett puts a team that was firmly a Super Bowl favorite back in the conversation for a 2026 Super Bowl run, quieting the doubters who rose after the 2026 NFL Draft.

— Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026

Definition of quieting

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Practice good food safety habits—such as refrigerating and thoroughly cooking eggs—to reduce the risk of food poisoning.

— Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 23 July 2026
Violations included visibly spoiled, expired milk; selling homemade desserts without approval; and not refrigerating perishable foods properly.

— Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of refrigerating

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Potassium helps lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessel walls and helping the body clear out excess sodium.

— Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2026
The South is rich in relaxing beach towns, but, according to Michael Linder, general manager of The Mills House in Charleston, there’s one in particular that stands out.

— Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026