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as in frigid
having a low or subnormal temperature
an icy drink that was especially refreshing on that hot afternoon
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as in cold
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
she wondered why the salesclerk at the boutique had given her an icy glare
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Recent Examples of icy
Reports emerged Sunday on what the star tight end could do as the icy, cold winter begins to thaw out and the offseason really heats up.
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
However, the enormous amount of icy water rushing down rivers with each outburst can transform ecosystems, altering river channels through erosion and sediment deposition, tearing out trees and other vegetation, and damaging fish habitat.
—Dan McGrath, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
The sheriff's office said drivers should assume that bridges and shaded areas may be icy.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Participants spend 20 to 40 minutes in icy water while wearing a thermal suit.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 9 Mar. 2026
However, the enormous amount of icy water rushing down rivers with each outburst can transform ecosystems, altering river channels through erosion and sediment deposition, tearing out trees and other vegetation, and damaging fish habitat.
—Dan McGrath, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
The sheriff's office said drivers should assume that bridges and shaded areas may be icy.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Participants spend 20 to 40 minutes in icy water while wearing a thermal suit.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 7 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for icy
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Central Texas on Wednesday is transitioning away from the final freeze of traditional winter, steadily shifting from unseasonably frigid weather to unseasonably high temperatures by the end of the week.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Mar. 2026
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Able to block out the frigid rays of cold winters and the staggering heat of Southern summers, these thermal curtains can help homeowners achieve the ideal home temperature.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 Mar. 2026
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The spa Shaded by almost 100 palm trees and other endemic plants, the Ojo de Agua (watering hole) spa has hot and cold dipping pools.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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Texas has gone cold at the worst time.—
Thomas Jones,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Mar. 2026
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Leaving Terracotta Outside in the Cold Terracotta is prone to cracking in freezing temperatures.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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Expect highs in the 40s and sub-freezing lows for the rest of the week.—
Lisa Meadows,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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The solid side features side-seam pockets that are perfect for keeping your hands warm on chilly days, while the tartan side features flap pockets to keep your phone, earbuds, and other small valuables secure.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Ahead of the chilly weather, conditions will be warm and sunny on Friday, March 13, and Saturday, March 14, according to the National Weather Service Fort Worth.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
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Varieties of Blueberries Blueberry varieties differ in terms of how many chill hours (the number of hours in wintertime when your temperature is at or below 45°F) are needed to produce fruit, as well as the plant’s heat tolerance.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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How To Prune Blueberry Bushes Blueberries need a number of chill hours below 45ºF during dormancy to prompt new growth and flower development for next season.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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My mother was unusually quiet, not cold toward Chloe but certainly cool.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 Mar. 2026
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Check weather stripping around doors and replace any that is brittle or loose.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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Despite its name, metallic glass is not brittle and can be stronger than steel.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Mar. 2026
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The species thrives in habitats from arctic tundra to dense urban centers.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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The two of them spent their days in arctic conditions, slicing fish bound for supermarket sushi platters and planning the details of an omakase restaurant backed by investors Gong knew.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Icy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/icy. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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