subfreezing

adjective

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as in subzero

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Recent Examples of subfreezing But even in that mode, the rover must balance battery conservation against subfreezing temperatures. — Niraj Chokshi, New York Times, 13 June 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subfreezing
  1. subzero
  2. cryogenic
  3. freezing
  4. frigid
  5. cold
  6. arctic
  7. icy
  8. chilly
Adjective
  • Drawing on his time doing drag in Toronto, Shatford paid homage to the dedication needed to dress up in subzero temperatures.
    — Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 5 June 2026
  • As the episode makes clear, fishing this far north comes with brutal conditions, including shallow waters, towering waves and subzero temperatures.
    — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 7 May 2026
Definition of subzero
Adjective
  • Researchers from Helical Fusion and the National Institute for Fusion Science placed the test coil inside a specialized cryogenic chamber.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The case arose after a patient entered a fertility clinic’s cryogenic storage area and dropped a container holding frozen embryos.
    — Risa Cromer, The Conversation, 17 July 2026
Definition of cryogenic
Adjective
  • The freezing-water memories apparently became something of a theme for the franchise.
    — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Elective egg freezing was considered experimental until about 2013, when freezing techniques improved.
    — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of freezing
Adjective
  • There are frigid cryotherapy chambers, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and exorbitant supplements.
    — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Then there is Chicago Bears fans, who pack the old, outdated Soldier Field, even in frigid temperatures, to watch a their team, despite years of futility.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of frigid
Adjective
  • Loco is known for its casual and rustic atmosphere, barbecue comfort food and cold drinks.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Summer is typically the most expensive time to pick up a lease, with asking prices falling in colder months, according to historical Apartment List data.
    — Mark Dee August 26, Idaho Statesman, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of cold
Adjective
  • Justin Sauers, the tower’s operator, opened a door in the cabin to greet Donnelly, releasing an arctic blast.
    — Robert Sullivan, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026
  • His firm has been tracking worldwide advertising content for years, and it's seen a 30% to 40% increase in ad spend targeting warmer regions with arctic imagery.
    — Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of arctic
Adjective
  • There’s nothing wrong with a great scoop, but sometimes the weather calls for something lighter, icier and a little more unexpected.
    — Lia Picard - For the AJC, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Posing next to co-star Sandra Bullock, the Australian star looked statuesque in a strapless column dress that was completely covered in icy mint sequins, which looked like scales.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of icy
Adjective
  • Jackson had a prime seat at Davis’ A&R meetings, which were notoriously chilly, loud, and, yes, long.
    — Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Hiddenseer Winterbock — World’s Best Bock Germany’s Hiddenseer snagged the World’s Best Bock title with Winterbock, a rich, strong lager tailor-made for chilly nights.
    — Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of chilly

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“Subfreezing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subfreezing. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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