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as in icy
having a low or subnormal temperature
the poor old woman was discovered shivering in a frigid apartment
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as in chilly
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
the innkeeper gave us a frigid and unnecessarily formal welcome
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Recent Examples of frigid
Logan Webb took the mound at Oracle Park on a frigid Friday night with an opportunity to spell the relievers, to keep them rested for the looming tasks at hand.
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 July 2025
The most frigid front that Bo Nix will see all winter might just be the orange storm barreling down on him this July.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
Historically, the frigid waters stopped germination, but that has changed as water temperatures rise.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 24 July 2025
So maybe this only lasts the week before their lives pull them in different directions — him to the frigid north, her to sunny Malibu.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 31 July 2025
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 July 2025
The most frigid front that Bo Nix will see all winter might just be the orange storm barreling down on him this July.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
Historically, the frigid waters stopped germination, but that has changed as water temperatures rise.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 24 July 2025
So maybe this only lasts the week before their lives pull them in different directions — him to the frigid north, her to sunny Malibu.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frigid
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Gelato is very similar to ice cream, but only relies on milk instead of heavy cream for a slightly lighter, icier texture than traditional homemade ice cream.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
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Stock tip: Migrate to icier territories… Aston Villa 6/1 Last five results: WLWWW A two-goal deficit to overcome in the Champions League quarter-final return leg against Paris Saint-Germain next week likely spells the end of Villa’s European aspirations.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The fashion statement of the rangy frontman served a more practical purpose when three-fourths through the two-hour show, a torrent of wind whipped through the stadium, bringing with it a chilly downpour that would last the duration of the concert.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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Paul Hollywood was presumably in his dressing room, putting on a crisp oxford shirt in a shade of blue meant to make his eyes pop—a vivid cerulean, a chilly Arctic sky, or, occasionally, a fuller, velvety navy just across the color wheel from his tan.—
Ruby Tandoh,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The former includes espresso, americano, cappucino, latte, chaga mocha, cold brew and drip coffee.—
Endia Fontanez,
AZCentral.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Coco Cold Brew tops coconut water over ice with cold brew foam.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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While adults die in cold weather, their eggs can survive freezing temperatures until the return of spring.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
30 Aug. 2025
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On the day of Trump’s 2025 Inauguration, a freezing blizzard blew through Washington, D.C., forcing the ceremony indoors.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
27 Aug. 2025
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The chillest yak in Zootopia — voiced by the equally chill Tommy Chong of the comedy duo Cheech & Chong — is back for Zootopia 2. Like Chong, Yax is enlightened and laidback as the owner of a naturist club.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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This little slice of heaven in Northwest Austin is far less crowded, the vibe is gloriously chill, and – plot twist!—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Stay cool with clothing: Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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For instance, police found a handgun inside a cooler next to the front door.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Frigid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frigid. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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