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as in icy
having a low or subnormal temperature
the poor old woman was discovered shivering in a frigid apartment
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as in chilly
lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling
the innkeeper gave us a frigid and unnecessarily formal welcome
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Recent Examples of frigid
Our group of 12 testers used them on five main testing trips in three states ranging in weather from blazing hot to frigid rain.
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Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 27 May 2025
Some people might flock to area rivers to recreate on the holiday and National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists are urging them to be careful as frigid water temperatures can become dangerous in minutes.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 May 2025
Other parks, such as Denali and Wrangell–St. Elias in Alaska, are much easier to access and far less frigid in summer.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 21 May 2025
When older cinematographer Otto Heller (The Ladykillers, Alfie) refused to take a medical exam to be insured for Billion Dollar Brain, which was going to be filmed in frigid Finland, producer Harry Saltzman turned to Williams, who had done commercials for Russell.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
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Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 27 May 2025
Some people might flock to area rivers to recreate on the holiday and National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists are urging them to be careful as frigid water temperatures can become dangerous in minutes.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 May 2025
Other parks, such as Denali and Wrangell–St. Elias in Alaska, are much easier to access and far less frigid in summer.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 21 May 2025
When older cinematographer Otto Heller (The Ladykillers, Alfie) refused to take a medical exam to be insured for Billion Dollar Brain, which was going to be filmed in frigid Finland, producer Harry Saltzman turned to Williams, who had done commercials for Russell.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frigid
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Stock tip: Migrate to icier territories… Aston Villa 6/1 Last five results: WLWWW A two-goal deficit to overcome in the Champions League quarter-final return leg against Paris Saint-Germain next week likely spells the end of Villa’s European aspirations.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The relationship between Ye and Cole has been icy for some time.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Wear it over a tank top on chilly nights or pair it with jeans for a sophisticated yet casual look.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
11 June 2025
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The impromptu show went on until about 4 a.m. Afterward, a bulk of guests exited the venue — as some lined up to enter — and piled up on the windy, slightly chilly street awaiting their taxis.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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The October air was cold, the grass brown, but Emily’s face was hot and her breath fast.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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Her poise in the face of cold windy weather and a volatile opponent helped propel Gauff to victory.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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People want their homes to shine during the holidays, but don’t want to climb a ladder in the freezing cold.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Read’s defense team alleges she was framed for O’Keefe’s murder by cops who beat O’Keefe, let a ravenous dog attack him and then dropped his bloodied and bruised body outside in the freezing cold.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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With nail trends being so chill over the last year or two—who knew nude nails would be so hot for so long?—those of us who were once confident DIYing our nail art may feel a bit out of practice these days.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
3 June 2025
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Compared to the other breakups in the house, Ciara and West are almost chill.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
30 May 2025
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There are some cool moments here, but the overall effect is unpleasant.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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With its ultralight, moisture-wicking material and breezy back vents, this Slack Tide Camp Shirt goes the extra mile to keep you cool.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2025
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“Frigid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frigid. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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