as in to harden
to become physically firm or solid
add antifreeze to the water in the radiator so it won't freeze and damage the engine
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as in cold
a weather condition marked by low temperatures
the Midwest will experience an intense freeze later in the week
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Recent Examples of freeze
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2025
The Trump administration has already frozen federal funding for grants awarded through FEMA’s Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program.
—Rob Young, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2025
Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Harvard University is suing the Trump Administration over its $2.2 billion funding freeze imposed after the Ivy League college defied a list of demands for sweeping changes.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Verb
This adds another layer of protection without completely freezing access to credit.
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—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2025
The Trump administration has already frozen federal funding for grants awarded through FEMA’s Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program.
—Rob Young, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
The notice also advises recipients to monitor their credit reports and consider placing fraud alerts or a security freeze for extra protection.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Harvard University is suing the Trump Administration over its $2.2 billion funding freeze imposed after the Ivy League college defied a list of demands for sweeping changes.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freeze
Verb
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These were also the years when Twain’s contradictions began to harden into gleaming marble.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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Dirt and sweat can dry and harden your gloves and soil the inside, defeating their purpose of protecting your hands.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The insulated cooler pocket keeps food and drinks cold for hours while the various straps and holders secure cups, utensils, and other goodies.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2025
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Wash in cold and on a gentle cycle unless the care tag indicates otherwise.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 Apr. 2025
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The city of Fort Worth has stiffened penalties for unauthorized tree clearing in an effort to hold developers accountable and protect the city’s natural landscapes.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2025
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For a more visceral feel, 'Sport' increases the throttle response, stiffens the suspension, and opens the exhaust valves.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Freeze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freeze. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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