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as in icy
having a low or subnormal temperature
the arctic air of deep winter
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as in frigid
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
received the usual arctic reception from her in-laws at Thanksgiving
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Photos: Snow and arctic temps grip southern US.
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Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
The National Weather Service Fort Worth is tracking a strong cold front that will bring arctic air to the Metroplex this weekend.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Jan. 2025
An arctic front will pass by Washington, D.C., on Sunday night and winds will pick up out of the northwest, ushering in arctic air.
—Max Golembo, ABC News, 16 Jan. 2025
Enjoy the next few days as temperatures climb into the 40s and maybe into the 50s in some spots, because another arctic blast is coming and it’s expected to bring the Kansas City area its coldest weather of the season, according to the National Weather Service.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
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Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025
The National Weather Service Fort Worth is tracking a strong cold front that will bring arctic air to the Metroplex this weekend.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Jan. 2025
An arctic front will pass by Washington, D.C., on Sunday night and winds will pick up out of the northwest, ushering in arctic air.
—Max Golembo, ABC News, 16 Jan. 2025
Enjoy the next few days as temperatures climb into the 40s and maybe into the 50s in some spots, because another arctic blast is coming and it’s expected to bring the Kansas City area its coldest weather of the season, according to the National Weather Service.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 15 Jan. 2025
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Her makeup, too, was equally icy, with a metallic silvery-white shadow brushed under her brow as a highlight and dramatic black eyeliner winged all the way out to the outer corner of her brows, plus a pair of light blue-gray contacts enhanced by majorly fluttery, lush lashes.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
9 Dec. 2024
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White cautioned those traveling north of Indianapolis this weekend, however, should be mindful of potentially snowier, icier road conditions.—
Christopher Cann,
The Indianapolis Star,
27 Nov. 2024
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Related Articles For her attire, Watts combated the frigid NYC temperatures with a charcoal gray pinstripe suit, black overcoat and white blouse with a Lavallière element.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
22 Jan. 2025
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Threat level: The snow is forecast to turn into ice and will be slow to melt because of the frigid temperatures, officials say.—
Carlie Kollath Wells,
Axios,
22 Jan. 2025
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Residents are also put at risk from the freezing temperatures; last week, hypothermia warnings were issued for a string of states as the mercury plunged.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
13 Jan. 2025
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The freezing fog advisory will remain in effect until 9 a.m., according to the NWS.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Jan. 2025
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The middle six had grown cold prior to Namestnikov’s injury, and his line with Ehlers and Perfetti in particular.—
Murat Ates,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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But often during winter, the polar vortex will expand, bringing its cold air south and causing these notoriously large outbreaks of chilly temperatures.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
17 Jan. 2025
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What would’ve been a chilly day on the National Mall instead became a raucous indoor rally for many Trump fans who packed Capital One Arena for the makeshift event after the outdoor inauguration was canceled due to frigid temperatures.—
Zac Anderson,
USA TODAY,
20 Jan. 2025
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The two couples stood briefly for a photo, with a chilly wind blowing on the north end of the White House.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
20 Jan. 2025
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Yet despite all of his achievements, Jones comes off as supremely chill, undeniably cool, and at his essence, a man who loved his family.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
EW.com,
11 Jan. 2025
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The blue aventurine glass though which the sapphire moons hide when showing less than full is both innovative, highly technical to pull off, and visually chill.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
28 Dec. 2024
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Ed was calm, cool and double-checked facts and arranged interviews with key players.—
Frederick N. Rasmussen,
Baltimore Sun,
19 Jan. 2025
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But given this is a fashion week event, Sivan couldn’t help but make the professional look a little cooler—thanks to a delicious chocolate brown leather peacoat, which added just the right amount of edge.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
19 Jan. 2025
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During winter in the Northern Hemisphere, the polar vortex often expands, pushing cold air southward along with the jet stream.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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This is about, as the polar ice caps pull back, the Chinese are now cranking out icebreakers and pushing up there as well.—
Mychael Schnell,
The Hill,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Arctic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arctic. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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