freezes out

verb

Definition of freezes outnext
present tense third-person singular of freeze out
as in excludes
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of a housing market that effectively freezes out people of moderate means

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freezes out
  1. excludes
  2. eliminates
  3. prevents
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  • This excludes revenue from any financial arrangements for soundtracks from Christmas TV specials, which are likely lucrative, according to Billboard.
    Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The spending package is the same bill that was shot down by the House on Thursday but excludes the debt limit provision opposed by GOP deficit hawks.
    Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of excludes
Verb
  • In some cases, treatment reduces or eliminates the pain.
    Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
  • But the new bubbly font eliminates drop shadows in accordance with modern tastes.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of eliminates
Verb
  • These baking sheets also typically have a rim around the edges, which prevents items from sliding off.
    Molly Allen, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Research shows that using your phone prevents you from fully focusing on the present moment and has negative effects on relationships when used in social situations.
    Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 23 Dec. 2024
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