as in jewelry
slang
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body
She joked that she was wearing so much ice that she nearly blinded herself looking into the well-lit mirror.
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1
as in to ensure
to make sure, certain, or safe
with that win, the team has pretty much iced a spot in the play-offs
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2
as in to murder
slang
to put to death deliberately
that gang leader wouldn't hesitate to ice anyone who tries to invade his turf
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Recent Examples of ice
Chase Goodbread, The Tuscaloosa News, 10 Sep. 2025
The American president has been seeking, thus far unsuccessfully, to broker an end to the Ukraine conflict, and is icing out any trade partner that appears to be lending support to Russia.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
So yes, not as bad as last year, but don't break out the sweaters just yet, and keep the coffee iced.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Looking to maybe ice the win, Two Rivers fumbled deep in Simley territory early in the fourth quarter.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Bett was ejected, USF gladly accepted a first down at its own 39-yard line, and proceeded to march as needed to ice the game with a chip-shot field goal.
—Chase Goodbread, The Tuscaloosa News, 10 Sep. 2025
The American president has been seeking, thus far unsuccessfully, to broker an end to the Ukraine conflict, and is icing out any trade partner that appears to be lending support to Russia.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
So yes, not as bad as last year, but don't break out the sweaters just yet, and keep the coffee iced.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Looking to maybe ice the win, Two Rivers fumbled deep in Simley territory early in the fourth quarter.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ice
Noun
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For a dressier look, opt for wide-leg pants, a breezy, see-through silk top, and sculptural gold jewelry to add extra pop and match the metallic shade of your shoes.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Sep. 2025
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The company also sold monthly subscription boxes of hypoallergenic earrings for $20 per pair — the idea being that piercing customers would then buy into a subscription model for new jewelry every month.—
Jennifer Liu
Tasia Jensen,
CNBC,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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More importantly, Nvidia continues to focus on the entire data center as a single system to ensure that all potential performance bottlenecks are addressed, resulting in the highest possible performance efficiency and ROI.—
Jim McGregor,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Hundreds of staff worked through the halls and grounds of the nearly 1,000-year-old Windsor Castle to ensure the monarch welcomed the couple in true royal fashion.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Season 2 will pick up following the Season 1 finale in which Gibbs (Austin Stowell) manages to escape arrest for killing the man who murdered his wife and children.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
22 Sep. 2025
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Carr argued Kimmel misled viewers about the political affiliation of Tyler Robinson, the suspect charged with murdering Kirk.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The capsule will consist of both apparel and accessories, including new shoe styles and a bag.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
21 Sep. 2025
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If accessories are important to your workflow, don't assume they'll be included.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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At first glance, many of the premium beauty products are highly rated, which can assure consumers the item is safe to buy.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,Paige Tortorelli,
CNBC,
19 Sep. 2025
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The production is richer, weirder and more assured, with collaborations including Manuka and Solomonophonic (SZA, Dominic Fike, Remi Wolf) adding psychedelic-funk and rock flourishes.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Cancellations come after recent assassinations in US The cancellation comes after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University's campus earlier this month.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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Christopher Furlong/Getty Charlie Kirk Truss paid an emotional tribute to Charlie Kirk, the Turning Point USA co-founder and close Trump ally who was assassinated at Utah Valley University on September 10.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After him, big fees have flowed along the same route for Moises Caicedo (£100m guaranteed, up to £115m), Robert Sanchez (£20m, up to £25m) and Joao Pedro (over £50m, perhaps as much as £55m guaranteed).—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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The Exhibit 9 deal provides financial protection for players who suffer injuries during training camp, guaranteeing $15,000 in compensation if waived.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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The local station owner had previously demanded that Kimmel apologize to Kirk’s family and make a donation to the slain activist's organization, Turning Point USA.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
24 Sep. 2025
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Plus, here’s how your federal lawmakers voted on a resolution honoring the slain activist.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Ice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ice. Accessed 25 Sep. 2025.
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