thickening

verb

Definition of thickeningnext
present participle of thicken
as in condensing

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  1. freezing
  2. hardening
  3. solidifying
Verb
  • To keep your pipes from freezing, most heaters with an auto-turn-on function heat rooms to keep them above 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Katie Begley, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This can cause frostbite, a skin injury due to exposure to freezing temperatures.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of freezing
Verb
  • However, safety and protection do not need to be obtained through hardening your outer shell and isolation.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Wait until temperatures have warmed to at least 50°F, then begin hardening your plant off gradually.
    Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of hardening
Verb
  • Throughout his career, Flavor Flav has worn various hats in many areas, solidifying his status as a well-rounded entertainer with an arsenal of skills.
    Kenneth J. Williams Jr., Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Salomon’s expansion into New York continues to bridge the gap between outdoor functionality and urban fashion, solidifying its place as a leader in the gorpcore movement.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of solidifying
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