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
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Iced Lemon Loaf — a returning item topped with sweet lemon icing and packaged for on-the-go convenience.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Jan. 2025
That wasn't as bad as forecast, especially in areas south of the city, where temperatures rose enough to prevent icing.
—CBS News, 11 Jan. 2025
State officials are urging people to stay home until Sunday.
Georgia Power, the state's largest electric utility, posted on social media that its crews worked overnight to address heavy icing and fallen trees.
—Clare Marie Schneider, NPR, 11 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Additionally, some icing may affect portions of the southern Appalachians on Sunday.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Iced Lemon Loaf — a returning item topped with sweet lemon icing and packaged for on-the-go convenience.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Jan. 2025
That wasn't as bad as forecast, especially in areas south of the city, where temperatures rose enough to prevent icing.
—CBS News, 11 Jan. 2025
State officials are urging people to stay home until Sunday.
Georgia Power, the state's largest electric utility, posted on social media that its crews worked overnight to address heavy icing and fallen trees.
—Clare Marie Schneider, NPR, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for icing
Noun
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According to the latest budget, 37% of AC Transit’s operating expenses go to pensions and other fringe benefits.—
Marc Joffe,
The Mercury News,
14 Nov. 2024
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The City Council earlier this month unanimously approved hiring Broadnax as well as his employment agreement, which outlines the $470,000 base salary and other fringe benefits.—
Ella McCarthy,
Austin American-Statesman,
23 Apr. 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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The visitor cap is part of strategy to promote sustainable tourism while ensuring easier crowd management for park staff and security.—
Erica Firpo,
AFAR Media,
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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Of course, blitzing Daniels, who has only nine interceptions in 19 games, has ended with more risk than reward for defenses.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Those who missed out on any daily rewards and missions will be relieved to know that Second Dinner will offer compensation for the same.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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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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But what if the real power for helping people and assuring sensible government went the other way?—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
3 Jan. 2025
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On The Office, what are the awards called that Michael hands out to his employees?—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
14 Jan. 2025
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There, the single reaches 6.7 million in format audience, up 24% from the prior week and enough to secure the Greatest Gainer award.—
Trevor Anderson,
Billboard,
14 Jan. 2025
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Those are premium positions that generally are best addressed with premium selections, and Cleveland has glaring needs at both spots.—
Zac Jackson,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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The largest villas come with kitchens or pantries plus access to Regent Club, which offers complimentary Champagne, premium libations, all-day bites, breakfast, and an adults-only infinity pool with ocean-view cabanas.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Police made one arrest after executing a search warrant at a Connecticut smoke shop suspected of selling marijuana without a license.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
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 27 Jan. 2025.
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