as in jewelry
slang
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body
She joked that she was wearing so much ice that she nearly blinded herself looking into the well-lit mirror.
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1
as in to ensure
to make sure, certain, or safe
with that win, the team has pretty much iced a spot in the play-offs
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2
as in to murder
slang
to put to death deliberately
that gang leader wouldn't hesitate to ice anyone who tries to invade his turf
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Recent Examples of ice
Tim Reynolds, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
China has become increasingly aggressive in the region as climate change reduces much of the impenetrable Arctic Circle ice to water, Bolton said.
—Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025
What to know: The storm is expected to spread snow and ice all the way from the Texas/Mexico border to the southern Plains and quite possibly up the East Coast.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Those temperatures aren’t conducive to finding ice outside.
—Tim Reynolds, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
China has become increasingly aggressive in the region as climate change reduces much of the impenetrable Arctic Circle ice to water, Bolton said.
—Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 9 Jan. 2025
Verb
And then especially to try to ice the game to go up four.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025
What to know: The storm is expected to spread snow and ice all the way from the Texas/Mexico border to the southern Plains and quite possibly up the East Coast.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ice
Noun
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Every generation likes to have their own take on a look, and jewelry trends are no different.—
Marilú Almaguer,
Glamour,
8 Jan. 2025
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Eagle-eyed sleuths quickly traced the 5.02 carat cushion cut East-West ring back to jewelry label Jessica McCormack, a growing favorite among the Hollywood It-girl milieu.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Does the breeder require a spay or neuter contract to ensure that only specific genetics are continued and to prevent any unwanted pregnancies?—
Dr. Devon B. Smith,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Jan. 2025
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That ruling barred him from presenting evidence central to his trial defense, all but ensuring Freeman and Moss would be victorious.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
16 Jan. 2025
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California For Subscribers The Mexican Mafia Tapes: Secret recordings reveal greed, betrayal — and a deal with the feds Sept. 4, 2024 Stinson had already been serving a life sentence for murdering a drug dealer in 1979.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Jan. 2025
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The GoFundMe established this week singles out her 5-year-old son as needing special attention after seeing his mom get murdered.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Bicycles, as well as parts and accessories, may be donated year-round from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Recycling and Trash Collection office at 1560 S. Happy Hollow Road, according to the release.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
arkansasonline.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Alternative Accessories by Vertigo Established in Phoenix, Arizona and based in New York City, Vertigo is an accessories label with an unwavering focus on timeless appeal through versatility and individuality.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Solid insurance policies can assure the possibility of rebuilding or resettling.—
Will Carless,
USA TODAY,
12 Jan. 2025
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If there’s been some tension, a heavy cloud or just a feeling of stagnation around your passions, romantic life or in regard to children, the universe is embracing you this week and assuring you that the cosmos are still on your side.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
12 Jan. 2025
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Catch up quick: After Israel assassinated Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and the Shia militia group suffered a series of defeats, the Biden administration decided to take advantage of the situation and push Lebanese leaders to elect a new president.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
9 Jan. 2025
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After President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated, the New York Stock Exchange closed for days.—
Maria Aspan,
NPR,
9 Jan. 2025
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The big picture: There is broad support for the idea of diversity inside companies. 61% of those surveyed said diverse employees have a positive impact on organizations, and 75% agreed that more needs to be done to guarantee everyone is advancing.—
Emily Peck,
Axios,
17 Jan. 2025
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The ceasefire is not guaranteed to continue beyond the first phase of the deal.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN,
16 Jan. 2025
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The projections came as a surprise after the Fed delivered a definitive half-point rate cut in September and messaging that suggested the post-pandemic inflation had been all but slayed.—
Tobias Burns,
The Hill,
8 Jan. 2025
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Indianapolis crime 2024:Brothers slain six days apart among this year's unsolved killings Homicides, shootings and more: How violent was Indianapolis this year?—
Sarah Nelson,
The Indianapolis Star,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Ice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ice. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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