1
as in ensures
to make sure, certain, or safe
with that win, the team has pretty much iced a spot in the play-offs
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2
as in murders
slang
to put to death deliberately
that gang leader wouldn't hesitate to ice anyone who tries to invade his turf
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With so much roasting, baking, and entertaining ahead, a fresh oven ensures your meals taste their best and your kitchen smells inviting—not smoky or burnt.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025 -
Setting that expectation protects your time and ensures your energy is aligned with what actually moves the business forward.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Terrifying beasts, murders most foul, posh French zombies and a sequel to one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The show is not just the story of the fallout after 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper) murders his classmate Katie (Emilia Holliday).—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
15 Aug. 2025
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Apple assures me that the iPhone Air is strong.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
17 Sep. 2025
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Boeing’s offer assures workers another year of raises, even for employees already at the top of the pay scale, Gillian said.—
Reuters 23 hr ago,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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Tuition costs are soaring to unmanageable levels, once-stable education paths like computer science are now on rocky ground thanks to AI automation, and a diploma no longer guarantees a six-figure salary.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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Researchers also pointed out that this plasma must be additionally heated to reach a temperature of 150 million Kelvin, which guarantees the proper course of the reaction.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
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That means, the two are booked and busy serving gothic style slays all day — with one exception.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Also consider whether your current home insurance policy sufficiently insures you financially in the event of extreme weather events that could destroy your home or possessions.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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Poe spoke with me about the success his company has achieved by aggressively leveraging key pro athletes and sports to help market his business, which insures 250,000 drivers across Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.—
Carol Cain,
Freep.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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If Solana performs well and BREA executes as planned, the upside could be significant given the current discount.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The United States 3rd Marine Division executes a notional fire mission with the Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System during a training exercise at Camp Hansen on Japan's Okinawa Island on July 28, 2025.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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But with Winston’s newfound powers as the Toxic Avenger, Garbinger soon comes to regret his decision to neglect the janitor-turned-superhero who dispatches of the bad guys in particularly gruesome ways.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The department dispatches for 17 police and fire agencies and the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.—
John Tuohy,
IndyStar,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Ices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ices. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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