frostbitten

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Recent Examples of frostbitten Shockingly, the dish was edible, albeit frostbitten and mushy. Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 24 Feb. 2026 This past Friday, Dan joined thousands of others at a protest in Minneapolis, where his fingers were frostbitten in the –9 degrees Fahrenheit weather. Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026 For example, placing frostbitten fingers in the armpit. Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Jan. 2026 Don't rub or massage the fragile skin and place gauze between frostbitten fingers or toes. Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 22 Jan. 2026 Once indoors, avoid walking on frostbitten feet and do not use direct heat sources such as stoves, fireplaces, heating pads, hot water bottles or hair dryers, as frostbitten skin can burn easily. Brandi D. Addison, IndyStar, 5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frostbitten
Adjective
  • There are stories of a knife-wielding, bride-killing monster lurking in the woods, which Nicky’s big brother (Jeff Wilbusch’s icy Jules) may or may not have encountered as a child.
    Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
  • McKenna was reported missing on March 15 in Sioux Falls, while a significant early spring snowstorm brought in anywhere from 2 to 5 inches of snow, strong winds and icy roads across the eastern part of the state.
    Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Central Austin Crown & Anchor A campus-area classic that serves the best old-school burger in town and frosty pitchers of cold beer.
    Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Kaylinn’s wardrobe and frosty makeup speak to her thirsty, desperate inauthenticity, dressing for likes rather than comfort.
    Courtney Howard, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • My heart eyes for the beets and the overall experience at Rose's almost blinded me from noticing the dressing was hardly a caramel, but rather a congealed marinade with a grainy mouthfeel.
    Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 31 Oct. 2025
  • In particular, the bacon bits were chilled and all stuck together in one big, congealed lump along the inside of the bowl.
    Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025

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“Frostbitten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frostbitten. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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