as in to freeze
to cause to lose heat
refrigerate the cake after you frost it so that the frosting doesn't melt
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Recent Examples of refrigerate
Storing the jar upside down before refrigerating can also help redistribute the oils more evenly.
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Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
This potato salad is best made the night before and can be kept covered and refrigerated for up to four days.
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Inés Anguiano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2026
Damaged or bruised portions of fruits and vegetables should be cut away, or the produce should be discarded, and produce should generally be refrigerated within two hours of purchase, per MCHD.
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Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Wrap disks tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 2 days.
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ABC News,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for refrigerate
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
This potato salad is best made the night before and can be kept covered and refrigerated for up to four days.
—
Inés Anguiano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2026
Damaged or bruised portions of fruits and vegetables should be cut away, or the produce should be discarded, and produce should generally be refrigerated within two hours of purchase, per MCHD.
—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Wrap disks tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 2 days.
—
ABC News,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for refrigerate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refrigerate
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Gupta considers the blanket rent freeze a blunt tool that doesn't adequately address the affordability crisis.
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Identity monitoring service Aura can also freeze your credit without requiring you to contact the credit bureaus.
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These can be made into a wafer shape as well by shaping the dough into logs and chilling it before making 1/4-inch-thick slices.
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After cooling, place toothpicks around perimeter of custard, then cover with plastic wrap (don’t let plastic touch custard) and keep chilled.
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The city is also opening cooling centers throughout the five boroughs.
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Various splash pads and several indoor dining venues can also help guests cool off.
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“Refrigerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refrigerate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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