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as in icy
having a low or subnormal temperature
the poor old woman was discovered shivering in a frigid apartment
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as in chilly
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
the innkeeper gave us a frigid and unnecessarily formal welcome
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Recent Examples of frigid
One frigid day, Gault requested to use the bathroom.
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Jeff Pearlman, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
Watch On Inside a Mars simulation chamber, researchers placed carbon dioxide (CO2) ice blocks atop small sand dunes under low pressure and frigid temperatures to mimic the Red Planet's environment.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Even the entry-level rooms feel indulgent, with marble bathrooms, white damask bedcovers, and the occasional gas fireplace for frigid winter nights.
—Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
The interior is lined with plush faux fur, which affords insulation against frigid temperatures.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
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Jeff Pearlman, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
Watch On Inside a Mars simulation chamber, researchers placed carbon dioxide (CO2) ice blocks atop small sand dunes under low pressure and frigid temperatures to mimic the Red Planet's environment.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Even the entry-level rooms feel indulgent, with marble bathrooms, white damask bedcovers, and the occasional gas fireplace for frigid winter nights.
—Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
The interior is lined with plush faux fur, which affords insulation against frigid temperatures.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frigid
Adjective
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The combination of snow and strong winds is expected to reduce visibility, create slick and icy roads—particularly on bridges and overpasses—and potentially down trees or branches.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The composite image shows the nucleus or icy, rocky central core of 3I/ATLAS as a large and black dot, along with a white glow — the comet's coma, or atmosphere.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Another, who was familiar with Graeter’s commented that the creamery could do no wrong and suggested hot caramel to create the ultimate fall dessert for sitting by a fire on a chilly night.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
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Thurday and Friday are going to be chilly days with lows dipping into the 30s and freeze warning and a frost advisory in place in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.—
Cheryl Vari,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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Take a break from basic vanilla and step into fall with a refreshing apple cold foam.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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Pumpkin spice beverages and apple cider are popular fall drinks that can be enjoyed warm or cold.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Use mulch, frost cloths, and windbreaks to shield plants from frost and freezing temperatures.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 degrees also are expected in western Colorado overnight Thursday into Friday, according to a freeze warning from the weather service.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
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Per Deadline, the show will be set in 1991, a totally chill time to be a cop in Los Angeles.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
15 Oct. 2025
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That’s a $400 win for your floors and your chill time.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
4 Oct. 2025
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And someone who is a great listener, respectful, caring, chilled out, someone who supports my dreams – and is cool with my chaos!—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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Traditionally, potatoes sprout in cool weather in late winter or spring.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Frigid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frigid. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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