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verb

past tense of refrigerate
as in chilled
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 refrigerated
Adjective
Mother-in-Law’s sells both refrigerated and shelf-stable kimchi—the latter’s sales surged during COVID as customers stocked their pantries amid widespread disruptions. Alexandra Kirkman, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2025 The cold chain to keep refrigerated products safe gets broken, because fridges and freezers cannot work without electricity. Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2025 The kiosks will stock common, non-refrigerated medications, including antibiotics, inhalers, and blood pressure medications but will mostly be tailored to the prescribing patterns of the specific office location. Jeff Marks,paulina Likos, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025 In late September, Walmart introduced same-day delivery through their pharmacy for many refrigerated drugs and medications, GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy, in addition to drugs like insulin and children's amoxicillin, according to the company in a statement. Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 7 Oct. 2025 Officials said the girls had no way to exit the refrigerated space on their own. Doc Louallen, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025 The refrigerated deliveries are flexible based on your schedule and feature eco-friendly packaging. Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025 Consumers can find Oikos Fusion in Walmart's refrigerated section starting now, with a larger nationwide rollout at other retailers happening this fall. Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025 When attendees asked about disposal, the rodeo’s organizers spoke vaguely of the zoo and mentioned LSU, but no trucks were in fact procured, refrigerated or otherwise. Nathaniel Rich, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Verb
While unopened logs can last several months in the fridge or pantry, once opened it should be refrigerated to prevent it from drying out and absorbing other flavors. Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Oct. 2025 Once cooked, keep them refrigerated and eat within 3–5 days. Merve Ceylan, Health, 21 Oct. 2025 To prolong freshness, butter should be refrigerated and stored in an airtight container. Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025 Cut or cooked squash should be refrigerated short-term, or frozen for long-term storage. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025 After serving, perishable items should be refrigerated within two hours. Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025 Reheat refrigerated and frozen waffles on a baking sheet in a 250 degree F oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until hot and crispy (frozen waffles will take slightly longer). Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refrigerated
Adjective
  • Look for 'buy one get one free' or 'buy one get one half off' deals on frozen and shelf-stable foods.
    Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The pork jerky recall comes after more than 1,000 pounds of Ada Valley frozen ground beef were recalled in July after pieces of metal were also reportedly found in the product, according to the FSIS.
    Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Enjoy the leftovers chilled, or reheat individual servings in a heat-safe vessel in the oven or microwave until the chicken reaches 165°F and the casserole is warm throughout.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
  • Keep refridgerated and serve chilled.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Other handbags in the collection masquerade as decadent desserts, including two-tier pastel cake with iced crystals and a Champagne bottle party bag, also modeled by Ratajakowski.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
  • This classic drink combines mocha and peppermint flavors with coffee, and comes in iced and hot versions.
    Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • On foreign affairs, national security, energy and other fronts, Cheney was second only to the president in shaping policy and strategy, though his influence declined and his relationship with Bush cooled toward the end of their time in office.
    Susan Page, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
  • After deals cooled off considerably in the post-pandemic era, M&A appears to be back in a big way this year.
    Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • Potted crepe myrtles, such as dwarf varieties, can be moved to a sheltered location such as an unheated garage.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
  • Hair rollers are available in heated and unheated models and come in a range of sizes.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The better story won a long time ago and froze into a myth with present-day repercussions.
    Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Under Adams, the board never froze rents.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • This clean, woody scent captures the essence of pine needles, sap, holly, cedar wood, and frosted balsam.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
  • From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire.
    Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2025

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