as in chilly
uncomfortably cool
a Southern visitor who was unused to the chilling air of a Northeast winter
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as in freezing
to cause to lose heat
chill the gelatin for two hours, until it sets
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as in relaxing
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 discouraging
to lessen the courage or confidence of
investors chilled by the floundering economy
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as in lounging
to spend time doing nothing
instead of going out tonight, let's stay in and chill
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Recent Examples of chilling
Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
The arrest of a Tufts University doctoral student by undercover agents has had a chilling effect.
—Nate Iglehart, Christian Science Monitor, 8 Apr. 2025
Still, the students at Friday's demonstration said the threats to close the department have already had a chilling effect on their campuses, according to Georgetown University Student Association Vice President Darius Wagner.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2025
The book’s long middle section detailing the incremental corruption of Noah’s family is as chilling and oppressive as contemporary horror comes.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
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Immigrant advocacy groups express concern that this policy could have a chilling effect on immigrants and deter them from paying taxes.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
The arrest of a Tufts University doctoral student by undercover agents has had a chilling effect.
—Nate Iglehart, Christian Science Monitor, 8 Apr. 2025
Still, the students at Friday's demonstration said the threats to close the department have already had a chilling effect on their campuses, according to Georgetown University Student Association Vice President Darius Wagner.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2025
The book’s long middle section detailing the incremental corruption of Noah’s family is as chilling and oppressive as contemporary horror comes.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chilling
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And while hot summer days give the grapes more tropical flavors, chilly nights trap some contrasting acidity under their skins.—
Benjy Egel,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The Yankees suffered their second consecutive loss on Wednesday, falling to Arizona, 4-3, on a chilly night in the Bronx.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
3 Apr. 2025
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And so is the scandal that OT is apparently being funneled, not to crime fighting and hardworking cops freezing their behinds off patrolling the streets and subways, but to paperpushers like Epps with cushy jobs back at 1 Police Plaza.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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Please remember freezing your credit is entirely free.—
Alex Vakulov,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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In , the small cat curiously edged toward the new canine friend, who was relaxing on the couch, gently patting him with her paw and sniffing.—
Alice Gibbs,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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And to add to the messy situation, conflicting media reports suggest the company either is or is not relaxing its hardware hurdle for taking.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Indoor humidity levels are low in winter, and a room humidifier can help plants avoid stress while discouraging pests like spider mites.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Jan. 2025
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The administration's actions are seen as expanding federal control and discouraging state innovation in healthcare programs.—
Steve Brozak,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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The course proved to be a scenic one, as Connor also encountered some local wildlife, including a crocodile lounging by the water at the 13th hole and two antelopes locked in a playful antler battle near a sand trap.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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There is also time for lounging on the Pink Beach.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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And then obviously in between that, either dropping my kid off at school or picking my kid up or hanging out, going to the park or something like that in some of those gaps, but that’s a very happy day, very chill, humbling day (Laughs).—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Apr. 2025
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People are going to be very chill and normal, like the internet always is.—
Kathleen Newman-Bremang,
refinery29.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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Changing the direction of ceiling fans can help reduce heating costs in winter and lower cooling costs in summer.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, the white dwarf, a stellar remnant that has burned through its fuel, is steadily cooling.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Place the terracotta pot upside down over the tea lights, resting on the bricks.—
Cody Godwin,
USA TODAY,
7 Jan. 2025
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With this new year, consider planning some fresh ways to cater to your creativity—and lean in to the importance of resting.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Chilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chilling. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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