FREEZE Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

ˈfrēz

as in to harden

to become physically firm or solid add antifreeze to the water in the radiator so it won't freeze and damage the engine

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freeze

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noun

as in cold

a weather condition marked by low temperatures the Midwest will experience an intense freeze later in the week

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Verb

According to the National Weather Service, hailstones are formed when raindrops are carried upward by thunderstorm updrafts into extremely cold areas of the atmosphere, causing the raindrops to freeze. —

Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2024 This stalemate froze the deal market, prompting investors to adopt a wait-and-see mindset, leaving many to wonder what’s next for the market. —

Paulina Likos, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2024

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Millions in the Midwest and eastern U.S. were under freeze warnings early Wednesday morning as cold temperatures move in, according to the National Weather Service. —

Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024 The National Weather Service issued freeze warnings for several northeastern Indiana counties starting early Wednesday as well as frost advisories for southern parts of the Hoosier state. —

John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for freeze

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