as in fringe benefit
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as in ensuring
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 murdering
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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 icing
Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2025
And then the winning is just kind of the icing on the cake.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Feb. 2025
Made with layers of vanilla soft serve, red velvet cake pieces, cream cheese icing, and the Red Velvet Cake Blizzard Treat on top, this frozen indulgence will have dessert covered this holiday.
—Sydney Wingfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025
The Red Velvet Cake Blizzard Treat is a decadent dessert that features rich red velvet cake pieces and cream cheese icing blended with the signature vanilla soft serve ice cream.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 20 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The crossbody strap attachment only further adds to the safety factors of this travel essential, and the RFID-blocking exterior is the icing on the cake.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2025
And then the winning is just kind of the icing on the cake.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Feb. 2025
Made with layers of vanilla soft serve, red velvet cake pieces, cream cheese icing, and the Red Velvet Cake Blizzard Treat on top, this frozen indulgence will have dessert covered this holiday.
—Sydney Wingfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025
The Red Velvet Cake Blizzard Treat is a decadent dessert that features rich red velvet cake pieces and cream cheese icing blended with the signature vanilla soft serve ice cream.
—Raven Brunner, People.com, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for icing
Noun
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Some companies might stop offering certain or all affected fringe benefits altogether.—
Cheryl Winokur Munk,
CNBC,
2 Feb. 2025
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Here are some fringe benefits, or lifestyle perks, that cater to employee growth and their evolving priorities over time: • Childcare Support: Subsidies can ease the financial burden of childcare, allowing parents to work as their families grow.—
Alex Shubat,
Forbes,
9 Dec. 2024
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This innovative material molds to the wearer’s foot, ensuring unmatched comfort.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Davis’s primary objective was to provide recommendations pertaining to the national speed limit, to keep drivers safe by minimizing speeding and accidents and to save gasoline by ensuring that cars drove at their peak rpm (revolutions per minute).—
Doug Melville,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Sutcliffe was convicted of murdering 13 women as well as attempting to murder seven others.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
Arizona Republic,
2 Jan. 2025
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The timing was awkward — as Bashar and his gang were murdering unarmed protesters en masse.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
31 Dec. 2024
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The one dubbed Half-Man/Half-Amazin’ answered the leaper’s calling though reputation was his lone reward.—
Marcus Thompson II,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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Fava, the owner of the kids' hair-care brand Pixie Who, said that this was Natalie's first time flying first class, made possible by an upgrade using reward points.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Jamie’s lieutenant Bixby eventually reaches the church, assuring Claire that Jamie is bound to come any minute.—
Lincee Ray,
EW.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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The city's Superdome is also set to host the NFL Super Bowl next month, and the NFL issued a statement offering support to the victims and those affected, while also assuring that the event will be safe.—
Taylor Wilson,
USA TODAY,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Apple HomeKit support and power usage reporting would be welcome additions, but the Smart Dimmer Switch is still an excellent value and worthy of our Editors’ Choice award.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
19 Feb. 2025
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The club awards two types of scholarships: the Mary White Scholarship for those attending a four-year college to earn a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and the Ellie Whitcomb Scholarship for those seeking vocational training or an Associate in Arts degree.—
Maureen Robertson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Don’t forget to plan for health care costs — insurance premiums, out-of-pocket expenses and potential long-term care needs can significantly impact your budget.—
Bruce Helmer and Peg Webb,
Twin Cities,
15 Feb. 2025
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Unlock premium journalism, member-only events and more for less than $1/week.—
Forbes,
Forbes,
15 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Penn State raced ahead 14-0 before executing two consecutive offensive scoring drives to finish the half up 28-0.—
Kambui Bomani,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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He has been involved in executing the recommendations of the Interpath findings.—
Adam Crafton,
The Athletic,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Icing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/icing. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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