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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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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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
Kelli Bender, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
The approximately one-mile light show allows visitors to enjoy more than 100 installations depicting ice skating bears, jumping reindeer, a holiday golfer, howling wolves and more, all while sitting in their own vehicles listening to holiday songs on a closed-circuit radio station, organizers said.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 27 Nov. 2024
Staff and Wire Reports, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2024
Ayo Dosunmu forced an offensive rebound off a desperation heave by Coby White to position the Bulls to ice the game with 18.3 seconds left.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2024
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Noun
According to National Geographic, Emperor penguins often spend time on low-lying sea ice but have increasingly sought higher ice shelves, likely due to climate change.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
The approximately one-mile light show allows visitors to enjoy more than 100 installations depicting ice skating bears, jumping reindeer, a holiday golfer, howling wolves and more, all while sitting in their own vehicles listening to holiday songs on a closed-circuit radio station, organizers said.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
Olson tied the game with a 10-yard run late in the first quarter and then iced the game with a 17-yard pass to Joe Crifasi with 5:23 to play.
—Staff and Wire Reports, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2024
Ayo Dosunmu forced an offensive rebound off a desperation heave by Coby White to position the Bulls to ice the game with 18.3 seconds left.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ice
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The mini jewelry case was originally featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things back in 2022 and has since become one of the most popular Amazon finds since then.Jessie Quinn, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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The price Anglo American might attract for its 85% stake in the 136-year-old De Beers business will attract the close attention of the jewelry industry.Tim Treadgold, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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This approach aligns their interests with those of their clients, ensuring they are fully committed to their success.Chris Gallagher, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The thinking is, if even a few missiles survive a nuclear first strike, there will be enough firepower left in the opponent’s arsenal to wipe out several major cities of the aggressor, therefore ensuring neither side is unable to escape the consequences of nuclear actions.Brad Lendon, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
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Portrait of an Indigenous Womxn [Removed] commemorated murdered and missing Indigenous women and girls.Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 21 Nov. 2024
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The onetime president pretended to be murdered in a 1963 homemade spy movie.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
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Early 2024 Cyber Monday fashion, beauty deals Clothing, accessories, beauty products and swanky luggage to carry it all in, these major retailers have the following Cyber Monday deals: Béis Travel, save money with this coupon code Flying anywhere soon?John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
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Her accessories, the room’s soothing décor, and even her soft clothes and fuzzy blankets complement and extend the world of her games.Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 20 Nov. 2024
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Rest assured, the couple is still together and posts each other on Instagram constantly.StyleCaster, StyleCaster, 18 Nov. 2024
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Sunday’s was assured once Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith scrambled 13 yards for the deciding touchdown with 12 seconds remaining, capping an 80-yard drive inside the final three minutes.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Musawi was the Party’s second secretary-general, until he was assassinated by Israel, in 1992.Rania Abouzeid, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
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Last week, an Iranian asset was charged with attempting to assassinate President-elect Trump.Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 11 Nov. 2024
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Standby tickets do not guarantee access to the courtroom.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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Fans who attend games are only assured a ticket to watch a game from a particular seat—game tickets don’t guarantee that players are playing ethically.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 22 Nov. 2024
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With that, plus strong songs and a solid group of musicians there is much promise as Saint Blonde sails off to slay the dragon of anonymity.Eric Fuller, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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But choosing a dime-a-dozen country singer over contestants who just slayed Whitney and Prince, respectively?Charles Masson, TVLine, 25 Nov. 2024
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“Ice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ice. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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