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as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
were met with a chill gaze when they arrived home late from the party
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as in chilling
uncomfortably cool
this chill weather is making my teeth chatter
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as in cold
having a low or subnormal temperature
no one should be coatless on a chill night as this
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as in dark
causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer
the house's design may be cutting-edge, but it has a chill sterility about it that is anything but homey
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as in chilliness
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
there's a chill in the air, so you'd better wear a sweater
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as in to freeze
to cause to lose heat
chill the gelatin for two hours, until it sets
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as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
you want to hang out with us and just chill this weekend?
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as in to discourage
to lessen the courage or confidence of
investors chilled by the floundering economy
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as in to lazy
to spend time doing nothing
instead of going out tonight, let's stay in and chill
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Recent Examples of chill
Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2025
Its crisp display, outstanding performance, and long battery life has made both my productivity and chill time so much better.
—PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
In fact, this bold cheetah-print turtleneck from Lands’ End will infuse even your simplest outfits with plenty of personality, all while keeping you warm against the seasonal chill.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
The next slide showed a mouthwatering array of meats, cheeses, crudite and nuts set for snacking on, along with bottles of Haack's champagne line, Clé Cachée, chilling behind an array of glasses.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight.
—Noun
With temperatures near 50 degrees and colder wind chills, demonstrators bundled up — including Dobby, a foster dog who is protesting in her best sweater.
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Recent events seem to have chilled that possibility, pun partially intended.
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After years of enjoying her icy blonde hair, Ariana Grande has now taken it back to the basics.—
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The sheriff's office said the road was subject to snowy and icy conditions at the time of the incident.—
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Threatening retirees’ ranks and pensions, which took a lifetime to earn, has a chilling effect.—
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However, apple trees require proper chilling hours to break dormancy and produce fruit.—
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The slick material keeps chafing to a minimum during workouts, and the brushed inside is so soft against the skin and helps keep cold air out and your body heat in.—
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The heating coils are wrapped tightly and distributed evenly throughout the throw, providing consistent warmth without noticeable cold spots.—
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Don't feel afraid to play with bold (but dark) colors and various materials.—
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Open my soul to the vast dark places.—
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The tiny liquid droplets in the fog can freeze instantly to any surface, including vehicles and road surfaces.—
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There’s roughly two and a half months left of the winter season, which means that there are plenty of chilly evenings, snow storms, and freeze warnings to look forward to.—
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Acidic and fizzy drinks can increase pressure in the stomach and cause the muscle at the top of the stomach to relax, allowing acid to come back up.—
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Good food and drink plus a chance to relax will please you.—
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Despite being one of the top defenses all season, the last month has been discouraging.—
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This design helps prevent condensation buildup and discourages rodents and pests, while still reducing the risk of damage from falling debris during winter storms.—
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Featuring an oversized cardigan paired with tapered pants, it can easily be paired with a simple tank top, T-shirt, or turtleneck when things get a bit chillier.—
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The cotton-blend fabric is made for lightweight warmth to keep the cold at bay without heavy layers on chilly days.—
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“Chill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chill. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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