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
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
Along the refrigerated sides of the produce section are loose and packaged items like fresh greens and herbs, hot peppers, oyster mushrooms, Filipino eggplants and more.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The previous owners didn't cater off-site parties, but now Ray's has seven refrigerated carts to roll out for birthdays, wedding receptions and graduations.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 9 Aug. 2025
Essentially a better version of chocolate milk (that doesn't have to stay refrigerated), Yoo-hoos are a lunchroom favorite.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Prosecutors said in exchange for the payments the former commissioner pushed legislation that would have permitted the large refrigerated containers at the West Kendall mall.
—Charles Rabin, Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2025
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
Some foods can actually spoil faster when refrigerated, while others lose texture or flavor when chilled.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
The fact that all of the components are cooked in the same pot and can be refrigerated for the week is nice, too.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to one week; rewarm before tossing with wings.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
The containers were sold refrigerated and have a 12-day shelf life, with varying best by dates.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Plus, premade formula needs to be used within two hours if left at room temperature and 24 hours if refrigerated.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
Extra nectar can be refrigerated and used later.
—Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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
Along the refrigerated sides of the produce section are loose and packaged items like fresh greens and herbs, hot peppers, oyster mushrooms, Filipino eggplants and more.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The previous owners didn't cater off-site parties, but now Ray's has seven refrigerated carts to roll out for birthdays, wedding receptions and graduations.
—Neal Rubin, Freep.com, 9 Aug. 2025
Essentially a better version of chocolate milk (that doesn't have to stay refrigerated), Yoo-hoos are a lunchroom favorite.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Prosecutors said in exchange for the payments the former commissioner pushed legislation that would have permitted the large refrigerated containers at the West Kendall mall.
—Charles Rabin, Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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
Some foods can actually spoil faster when refrigerated, while others lose texture or flavor when chilled.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
The fact that all of the components are cooked in the same pot and can be refrigerated for the week is nice, too.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to one week; rewarm before tossing with wings.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
The containers were sold refrigerated and have a 12-day shelf life, with varying best by dates.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Plus, premade formula needs to be used within two hours if left at room temperature and 24 hours if refrigerated.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
Extra nectar can be refrigerated and used later.
—Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refrigerated
Verb
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The judge stated that the policy chilled political speech and constituted ideological retaliation.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Refrigerate at least 2 hours, until well chilled.—
Laura Mclively,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The Midtown café offers an extensive menu of beverages, including various coffees, slushes and a frozen white chocolate.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The researchers found that live ants worked much better than dehydrated and frozen ants as a starter for fermentation.—
Amarachi Orie,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Nonetheless, Biggs, former chair of the House Freedom Caucus—a group whose brand of conservative politics is to the right of Cox's—cooled the crowd.—
Alex J. Rouhandeh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The broader market cooled on elevated mortgage rates and tight inventory in lower price points.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Arnold Palmer Southerners love this blend of iced tea and lemonade, named after the famous golfer.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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Lavazza and Paris Baguette Members of the PB Rewards loyalty program can get a free medium hot or iced coffee made with premium Lavazza beans (get the deal on the Paris Baguette mobile app).—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The government shutdown that began this week furloughed thousands of federal workers, froze essential government functions across the nation — and also halted an essential part of Florida’s booming real estate market.—
Alex Harris,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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The Braun administration froze this organization's funds during the audit, but last week the IEDC board voted to allow Elevate to resume its investment activity.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Remove any dead leaves remaining on the plant and store the pot in a dark, unheated location that receives very little sun, such as a garage, shed, crawl space, or unused room.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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Cover with a clean kitchen towel and place on the middle rack of your unheated oven; place a bowl of warm water on the lower rack.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Accented evenly throughout with frosted tips, berries, and pinecones, this tree subtly brings the wintry outdoors in.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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Marvel's Wolverine will take players to the island nation of Madripoor, the frosted wilderness of Canada, and the narrow city streets of Tokyo in Logan's search for answers.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Refrigerated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refrigerated. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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