as in reward
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as in ensuring
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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as in murdering
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to put to death deliberately
that gang leader wouldn't hesitate to ice anyone who tries to invade his turf
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Recent Examples of icing
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 June 2026
From there, it's dipped in red icing that has patriotic stars and a USA sugar piece.
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Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
ABC News,
5 June 2026
The Vikings sent 20 batters to the plate in a 16-run third inning, icing the win.
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Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Noun
Once the cake comes out of the oven, poke holes throughout and pour the icing over while the cake is warm.
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Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 June 2026
From there, it's dipped in red icing that has patriotic stars and a USA sugar piece.
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Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
Verb
Canada coach Jesse Marsch started Luc de Fougerolles at center back, replacing Moïse Bombito, who was seen icing his leg after getting subbed off after the first half against Uzbekistan.
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ABC News,
5 June 2026
The Vikings sent 20 batters to the plate in a 16-run third inning, icing the win.
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Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for icing
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The reward was approved by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
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Bonus pools are the easiest reward mechanism to implement and work particularly well in nonprofit contexts where there is no stock ownership.
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Their major demands for the next contract include salary raises, reducing dependence on temporary workers and ensuring job security.
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The attorneys say Kil had spent years advocating for students and ensuring the university was inclusive.
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It’s been over three decades since Wood was convicted of murdering six young women and girls and burying their bodies near El Paso – crimes for which he was nicknamed the Desert Killer.
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Ciarre Campbell, brother of veteran NFL lineman Calais Campbell, has been charged with murdering their 71-year-old mother, Nateal, inside her Atlanta home.
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This Italian American eatery in Inman Park has won quite a few awards for its bar program, including the Michelin Guide’s coveted Exceptional Cocktails Award during 2023’s inaugural ceremony.
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Messi is the current favorite to win the award with seven goals to lead the race, while Mbappé is one behind at six.
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No one is getting fired … yet Mozeliak started his press conference by assuring the staff that their jobs were safe.
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There were no financial details but the Wall Street Journal, which first reported the deal, put the figure in the $75-million range, similar in size to previous rounds with other backers including Thrive, and assuring the mini-major will continue to remain independent.
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The 23-year-old man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University will be in court this week for the most substantial hearing so far in his murder case.
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Since the start of the war in 2022, Ukrainian military intelligence has claimed responsibility for assassinating several senior Russian officers, some of whom have appeared on a public list of Ukraine’s enemies.
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Coaches will receive fringe benefits on top of their annaul salaries.
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There has been a fringe benefit to Dunk’s time off.
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Tuning in an hour beforehand is usually a pretty good way of getting up to speed with the stage and guaranteeing the denouement.
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McCourt Global, which is the sole financial backer of the league, announced it in March, guaranteeing $300 million in prize money to be distributed over the first three seasons.
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“Icing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/icing. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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