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
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
Then, pour a mixture of eggs and milk, seasoned with a touch of maple syrup, vanilla and cinnamon, over that, cover and refrigerate it overnight, letting the bread absorb the custard.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2025
Users claim that chopping up okra, soaking it in water and refrigerating overnight before drinking it every morning boasts all sorts of benefits, from helping with pregnancy and diabetes to increasing vaginal lubrication and boosting gut health.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 5 May 2025
Fresh dog food comes either refrigerated or vacuum-sealed.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2025
Then, pour a mixture of eggs and milk, seasoned with a touch of maple syrup, vanilla and cinnamon, over that, cover and refrigerate it overnight, letting the bread absorb the custard.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2025
Users claim that chopping up okra, soaking it in water and refrigerating overnight before drinking it every morning boasts all sorts of benefits, from helping with pregnancy and diabetes to increasing vaginal lubrication and boosting gut health.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 5 May 2025
Fresh dog food comes either refrigerated or vacuum-sealed.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refrigerate
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The raises are cost-of-living adjustments included in state law, though past legislatures have voted to freeze their own pay — a move that has drawn legal challenges.—
Dan Petrella,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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In parallel, the Trump administration has reportedly frozen more than $2 billion in research grants to elite universities, including Harvard, citing alleged violations of federal directives related to antisemitism and national security, NPR reported.—
Michelle Mbekeani,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Journalists who disagree with Trump have been called out by name and attacked in an effort to chill speech and discourage opposition.—
John A. Ragosta,
Baltimore Sun,
27 May 2025
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According to the brand, the cooler can hold up to 40 cans and keep them chilled for up to 12 hours.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2025
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Fortunately, Amazon is overflowing with affordable, stylish, and cooling linen pants that will instantly upgrade your most casual outfits while keeping you comfy, regardless of the temperature.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
1 June 2025
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Knowing where disaster risk and social vulnerability overlapped allowed the city to boost investments in flood protection, emergency communication and cooling centers during summer heat in neighborhoods such as the South Bronx and East Harlem.—
Ivis García,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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“Refrigerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refrigerate. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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