1
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 freezing
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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3
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
Lori A Bashian , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Don’t skip the chill time for easy slicing.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
Mix and chill in the fridge or freezer until ready to serve.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
If things fall right the next two days, the champagne and beer will be chilling during Saturday’s game.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Patrick was the most chillest, coolest guy ever.
—Lori A Bashian , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Don’t skip the chill time for easy slicing.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Noun
Above the Top actually seems like a pretty chill workplace for a high-end restaurant at the top of a ritzy hotel.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
Mix and chill in the fridge or freezer until ready to serve.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
Verb
This kind of political pressure on broadcasters and artists chills free speech and threatens the livelihoods of thousands of working Americans.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
If things fall right the next two days, the champagne and beer will be chilling during Saturday’s game.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chill
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Dish it into a bowl and top it with an icy-cold scoop of vanilla ice cream.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Sep. 2025
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The world’s icy landscapes suffered, too, according to the analysis.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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As the respiratory virus season arrives, some still worry that so many statements and counter-statements about vaccines will ultimately create a chilling effect.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement That assault is already having a concrete chilling effect on the market.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
19 Sep. 2025
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While adults die in cold weather, their eggs can survive freezing temperatures until the return of spring.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
15 Sep. 2025
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The set comes with six lights that are built to withstand year-round weather conditions, including rain and freezing temperatures.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The night serum visibly smooths wrinkles, reduces fine lines, and soothes the appearance of dark circles and uneven skin tone.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
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The scent is smoky yet sweet, spicy yet smooth, dark but with an underlying lightness—the result of combining clean white musk with rose, tobacco, suede, and cumin.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The jewelry, vases and handbags were frozen in time, with odd shapes here and there as if the wind had slapped them into existence.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
20 Sep. 2025
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Hamburger patties are made from all-American beef, with whole chucks boned and ground by in-house butchers, delivered fresh and never frozen.—
George A. Paul,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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With a postseason spot now guaranteed, the Yankees may think the Blue Jays will relax and the door is open to pounce on the division lead.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Sep. 2025
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Two outdoor pools and a spacious spa offer plenty of space for relaxing.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The purpose of natural rat repellents is to discourage them from returning, rather than trapping or killing them.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Sep. 2025
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Chinese regulators are now discouraging domestic tech giants from buying Nvidia chips, the Financial Times reported, citing unnamed sources.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
21 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The autumn equinox marks the formal start of the season in the Northern Hemisphere and the return of chilly temperatures to California.—
Hannah Poukish
September 18,
Sacbee.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Threshold Printed Plush Throw This versatile blanket can be draped over accent chairs and sofas or used as a warm layer on a bed or for chilly fall nights outside.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Chill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chill. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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