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as in freezing
having a low or subnormal temperature
the cold climate of the Yukon an unusually cold spring that was followed by a sweltering summer
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as in icy
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
the prisoners got only a cold stare when they tried to befriend the guard
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as in distant
having or showing a lack of friendliness or interest in others
received a cold reception from the hostess
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as in unconscious
having lost consciousness
the boxer was out cold for a few minutes
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as in dark
causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer
the couple practiced a cold civility with each other, but they hadn't had a heart-to-heart talk in years
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as in fallen
no longer living
paramedics tried to revive him, but he was already cold
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as in freeze
a weather condition marked by low temperatures
the cold will stay with us for another day, then temperatures should rise
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as in plain
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Recent Examples of cold
Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Just like with cold-weather clothing, heavier layers of bedding will keep you warmer.
—Michelle Ullman, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The Northeast will thaw out from the life-threatening cold that invaded this weekend.
—Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 9 Feb. 2026
Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
Call it cold hearted or cost effective, but for some Gen Z singles, a free dinner date beats another night of ramen or freezer-aisle meals.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 17 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
During my hours-long visit, on a cold February weekend, the spa was bustling with people enjoying the chance to warm up and chill out.
—Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026
Just like with cold-weather clothing, heavier layers of bedding will keep you warmer.
—Michelle Ullman, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
The snowfall arrived before Copenhagen Fashion Week did, and the bitter cold lingered well into the schedule.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The Northeast will thaw out from the life-threatening cold that invaded this weekend.
—Kenton Gewecke, ABC News, 9 Feb. 2026
Adverb
This vanilla is cold-processed in small batches, which preserves more natural flavor.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
Call it cold hearted or cost effective, but for some Gen Z singles, a free dinner date beats another night of ramen or freezer-aisle meals.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cold
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With bitter cold settling in across the Philadelphia area, people on both sides of the river were finding their own ways to deal with freezing temperatures — from bundling up to warming up from the inside.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Cortina d’Ampezzo now sees 41 fewer freezing days annually than when the Games were first held there in 1956.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
9 Feb. 2026
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The rubber insole and bottom make for stable traction on icy and slushy surfaces, too.—
Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2026
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But despite some intriguing production, Joji still feels distant and unknowable.—
Mehan Jayasuriya,
Pitchfork,
11 Feb. 2026
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This isn’t some distant future.—
Brent Saunders,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The unconscious Moon moves through your 9th House of Distance, opposing undisciplined Uranus in your conversation zone.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2026
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Implicit learning involves learning an unconscious habit or skill such as riding a bike.—
Akshay Syal,
NBC news,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The activist also went full glam on her flight, looking radiant in bronzy makeup, complete with dark eyeliner, fluttery eyelashes, fluffy eyebrows, luminous skin, and glossy lips.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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More dark, romantic beauty inspiration.—
Jesa Marie Calaor,
Allure,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Gwinnett County Police Department is inviting the public to attend and to line the procession route afterward as a show of support for the fallen officer and his family.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Leave it uncleaned, and fallen crumbs and drips could pose fire hazards.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
4 Feb. 2026
Noun
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How often does the Ohio River freeze?—
Stephanie Stremplewski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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The panel overseeing the project, the Gateway Development Commission, had said work would stop late Friday afternoon because of the federal funding freeze, resulting in the immediate loss of about 1,000 jobs as well as thousands of additional jobs in the future.—
Anthony Izaguirre,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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There’s no better way to raise awareness for pet adoption than a playful, heartwarming — and just plain adorable — competition where everyone wins.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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Peacock’s interface was perfected with the 2024 Summer Olympics — getting to watch a particular team or event was just plain easy.—
Maira Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Cold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cold. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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