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as in suspension
a state of temporary inactivity
his hunt for a new house was put in the deep freeze while he recovered from the auto accident
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as in cold
a weather condition marked by low temperatures
the deep freeze had everyone thinking that global warming might not be so bad
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Recent Examples of deep freeze
The logic here makes sense, as deep freezes can solidify surfaces and make burrowing more difficult for underground dwellers.
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Kade Krichko, Outside, 3 Sep. 2025
What's Behind the Increase in Existing Home Sales The U.S. housing market is currently in a deep freeze as inventory has surged in recent months without demand, crippled by affordability issues, being able to keep up.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
This period includes the Maunder Minimum from 1645 to 1715 when there were no sunspots and the world was in a deep freeze (paintings of people skating on the River Thames, etc).
—Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
With the potential for both a deep freeze and mild stretches, Americans should prepare for a winter full of surprises.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kade Krichko, Outside, 3 Sep. 2025
What's Behind the Increase in Existing Home Sales The U.S. housing market is currently in a deep freeze as inventory has surged in recent months without demand, crippled by affordability issues, being able to keep up.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
This period includes the Maunder Minimum from 1645 to 1715 when there were no sunspots and the world was in a deep freeze (paintings of people skating on the River Thames, etc).
—Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
With the potential for both a deep freeze and mild stretches, Americans should prepare for a winter full of surprises.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deep freeze
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While that included Jimmy Kimmel’s controversial suspension in September, more relevant was CBS’ surprise decision this summer to cancel The Late Show, which is hosted by Stewart’s old colleague Stephen Colbert.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
3 Nov. 2025
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The suspension of government data because of the government shutdown, which is nearing the longest on record, has made the Fed’s job of judging the economy even more difficult.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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That did not happen in my house, where the workdays were long, everyone’s calendars were packed and a bad cold threw off our schedule for a week.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Enticed by promises to cure fatigue, soothe hangovers, and fight colds, many have flocked to intravenous (IV) hydration spas to be infused with a concoction of minerals and vitamins.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
30 Oct. 2025
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That ups the ante on suspense over who as big a star of the moment as Roan might be saluting, as fans match up their ideal pairings.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
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Gilligan’s trademark cold opens, which can transport us halfway around the world or introduce new characters, remain a masterly way of calibrating suspense.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
27 Oct. 2025
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Mamdani's program includes a rent freeze on 1 million city apartments, in addition to free buses and childcare.—
Ben Adler,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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If there is a potential for temperatures to fall into these thresholds, a freeze watch may be issued a few days ahead of time.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Nov. 2025
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Speaking of unsafe, the walk-in cooler that’s supposed to keep food in cold storage at or under 41 degrees measured 65 degrees.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
20 Oct. 2025
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Although the bacterium can contaminate many types of food, cheeses or deli meats that are kept in cold storage for long periods in stores or at home are a place where listeria can keep growing.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Deep freeze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deep%20freeze. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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