as in ornament
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as in annoying
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
it was the salesclerk's high-handed rudeness that really frosted me
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Recent Examples of frosting
Rachel Desantis, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
The dessert — a vanilla cake baked with Oreo cookie pieces and topped with cream cheese frosting — will replace the fan-favorite Reese’s chocolate peanut butter cake at bakeries nationwide, for a limited time.
—Tanasia Kenney, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Feb. 2025
Jimmy John's : The chain's Valentine's Day treat is a Red Velvet Cookie Sandwich, with cream cheese frosting filling and red, pink and white sprinkles.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
Made fresh each morning, these huge cinnamon rolls have a touch of vanilla bean and are topped with fluffy cream cheese frosting.
—Brittany Anas, The Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The birthday boy enjoyed a slice of vanilla cake with buttercream frosting, and was given new golf gear as a gift.
—Rachel Desantis, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
The dessert — a vanilla cake baked with Oreo cookie pieces and topped with cream cheese frosting — will replace the fan-favorite Reese’s chocolate peanut butter cake at bakeries nationwide, for a limited time.
—Tanasia Kenney, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Feb. 2025
Jimmy John's : The chain's Valentine's Day treat is a Red Velvet Cookie Sandwich, with cream cheese frosting filling and red, pink and white sprinkles.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025
Made fresh each morning, these huge cinnamon rolls have a touch of vanilla bean and are topped with fluffy cream cheese frosting.
—Brittany Anas, The Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frosting
Noun
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Like so much of rap, Carti’s choice of words reflects an obsession with male power dynamics, where women, cars, and drugs are accrued and consumed as ornaments of power.—
Mosi Reeves,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2025
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The artifacts—including golden rings, ornaments, beads and a small statue depicting three ancient Egyptian gods—date back to ancient Egypt’s 26th Dynasty, which lasted from 664 to 525 B.C.E., according to a statement from the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The dessert buffet offers 50 desserts, from elaborate preparations like Floating Island with custard, meringue, and a spun sugar garnish, to comforting grandma style desserts like chocolate mousse and rice pudding.—
Michelle Greenwald,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Finish with a pour of stout, if using, and a final garnish of the remaining parsley.—
Emily St. Martin,
Orange County Register,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Rodin Cars The big idea behind Rodin is to build cars without bothering about vehicle regulations – in stark contrast to F1 cars, which are subject to several rules around how they're put together.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Jan. 2025
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The city and state have also been ramping up efforts to engage troubled vagrants sleeping and sometimes bothering straphangers, connecting them with services and shelter and potentially involuntary treatment.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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To majorly commit, request everyone show up in tea-time finery—hats and all.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2025
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But for all its imperial finery and grandeur, the waltz was the people’s dance.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
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But most of his filigree is sold from his studio and many are custom orders.—
Sandra Jordan,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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There were also some production filigrees that evoked Owens’ old stomping grounds, such as quick shots of reporters on the ground telling viewers to stay tuned for their coming stories.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Cover irritating clothing seams with a smooth material such as silk to avoid abrasive irritation.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
5 Jan. 2025
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At Abercrombie & Fitch Packed with conditioning and hydrating castor oil, argan oil & coconut oil, this eyelash & brow growth serum will help promote the appearance of longer, fuller looking lashes and brows without the use of irritating or harmful ingredients.—
refinery29.com,
refinery29.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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In an era where contemporary architecture often relies on cladding and heavy ornamentation, Paradero celebrates simplicity.—
Natalie Stoclet,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Simple forms and geometries abound, with a distinct lack of more organic elements like curved shapes, soft textures, and overly decorative ornamentation.—
Lauren Gallow,
Architectural Digest,
10 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Wilds lives up to this side of the series, though Capcom seems to be reckoning somewhat with its meat-eating bloodlust.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2025
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Most healthcare providers recommend eating foods that boost your body's natural collagen production.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Frosting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frosting. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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