as in jewelry
slang
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body
She joked that she was wearing so much ice that she nearly blinded herself looking into the well-lit mirror.
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as in to ensure
to make sure, certain, or safe
with that win, the team has pretty much iced a spot in the play-offs
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as in to murder
slang
to put to death deliberately
that gang leader wouldn't hesitate to ice anyone who tries to invade his turf
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Recent Examples of ice
Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel, 9 Dec. 2024
This is complicated still further by the fact many cafés will pour your cold brew over ice, or leave room for even more dilution with milk.
—Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
And yet, in the biggest moment of the game, on fourth-and-1 at its own 34 while holding a one-point lead, Penn State lined up for a punt and instead snapped the ball to Reynolds, a freshman tight end, who ripped off a 32-yard run that put the Nittany Lions in position to ice the game.
—Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
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Noun
The pond itself was home to ice skating, row boating, and more over the years.
—Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel, 9 Dec. 2024
This is complicated still further by the fact many cafés will pour your cold brew over ice, or leave room for even more dilution with milk.
—Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
Each year, White House pastry chefs turn dough and icing into something magical.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
And yet, in the biggest moment of the game, on fourth-and-1 at its own 34 while holding a one-point lead, Penn State lined up for a punt and instead snapped the ball to Reynolds, a freshman tight end, who ripped off a 32-yard run that put the Nittany Lions in position to ice the game.
—Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
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Shawn Kolodny, a contemporary artist and sculptor, designed the jewelry for the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.Bryan West, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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His family gave everyone else these amazing gifts—new shoes, jewelry, an iphone, gift cards worth like hundreds of dollars.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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However, building these systems at scale requires deep engineering expertise and skilled teams to ensure success.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Both of the cameras capture video with sound, and the front-facing camera will automatically pan to ensure it's focused on a bird.Medea Giordano, WIRED, 17 Dec. 2024
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Bundy confessed to raping and murdering 30 women before his execution in 1989, although law enforcement officials believe the number is much higher.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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Fandom for murder isn’t new either — the Columbine shooters, who murdered 13 people, have an ardent following.Elizabeth Lopatto, The Verge, 13 Dec. 2024
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Party on Top, Sleek on the Bottom Let this stunning Ulla Johnson tank be the star of the show by pairing it will a full midi skirt and festive, but not fussy, accessories.Christina Holevas, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
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The greatness of her accessory boils down to its size, which wasn’t as Mary Poppins-esque as a tote bag or as squished as a tiny wallet purse.Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Steelers are now 10-3 and top of the AFC North with a playoff position all but assured.Ben Morse, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
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If the Rams sweep their division opponents, they will be assured a playoff spot for the sixth time in McVay’s eight seasons.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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Since Haiti’s last president, Jovenel Moise, was assassinated by mercenaries in his home more than three years ago, the country has been gripped by gang violence that has left more than 12,000 people dead and another 800,000 displaced.Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
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In a truly unprecedented move, the IAF successfully assassinated Israel’s long-time enemy, veteran Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, on September 27, 2024, in an enormous airstrike on Beirut.Paul Iddon, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The public is guaranteed more than a glimpse of Kate, though, thanks to her carol service, Together at Christmas, pre-recorded at Westminster Abbey in early December and due to air on Christmas Eve.Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Gaga Mistake Day When Grandma comes for a visit, silliness and creativity are guaranteed, in this funny and endearing book by bestselling novelist Emma Straub; her kids' gaga, Susan Straub; and award-winning illustrator Jessica Love.Megan Gambino, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
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David slayed the giant with a slingshot; Esther by her cunning saved her people.Gwen Faulkenberry, arkansasonline.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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The famous mother-daughter duo slayed in coordinating looks for both the 2019 premiere of The Lion King as well as the Mufasa: The Lion King 2024 premiere.Angel Saunders, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Ice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ice. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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