as in chill
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
a new nippiness in the mornings hinted at the coming of winter
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Noun
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And in the West, the chill will be accompanied by several inches of snow in the mountains, which will make for some artistic fall foliage photos for leaf-peepers who venture out there.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025 -
Chanasya Faux-Fur Throw Blanket Get warm and cozy with this chunky throw blanket that will protect you from the chills and drafts that creep into your home.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Delicious and full of flavor, the roast contains brown sugar that balances out the bitterness of the beer, while vinegar adds a hint of brightness.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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Additions like maple and honey round out the bitterness and tartness, creating balanced cocktails with depth and finesse.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Nippiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nippiness. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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