subfreezing

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Recent Examples of subfreezing But even in that mode, the rover must balance battery conservation against subfreezing temperatures. Niraj Chokshi, New York Times, 13 June 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for subfreezing
Adjective
  • Though no part of Texas is expected to reach subzero temperatures, the latest forecast suggests some will come dangerously close.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
  • Some places in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will get subzero wind chill temperatures and anyone who spends too much time outside may be at risk for frostnip, frostbite and hyperthermia.
    Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Adjective
  • From outer space, this cryogenic version of Earth would have glistened white and bright.
    Laura Poppick July 22, Literary Hub, 22 July 2025
  • The problem is that these are all cryogenic liquids, with liquid hydrogen boiling at -252.9 °C (-423.2 °F), liquid oxygen at -183 °C (-297.4 °F), and -161.6 °C (-258.9 °F).
    David Szondy July 21, New Atlas, 21 July 2025
Adjective
  • The story shocked the Kansas City area: the men’s bodies were discovered outside in freezing temperatures.
    Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 24 July 2025
  • It also cannot be laid in freezing temperatures, which complicates scheduling.
    Lee Igel, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Adjective
  • The frigid air whips past their long tails, but the leopards are unbothered as their body is perfectly adapted to the harsh environment.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 31 July 2025
  • So maybe this only lasts the week before their lives pull them in different directions — him to the frigid north, her to sunny Malibu.
    Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 31 July 2025
Adjective
  • In terms of coffee, try the banana bread cold brew latte, which contains banana, cookie butter and cinnamon cold brew with banana cold foam on top for $6. 5.
    Molly Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 29 July 2025
  • Patients may exhibit temperature differences between the affected and unaffected limbs (i.e., comparing the right and left feet); the affected limb may be colder or warmer, which can be measured with a thermal camera.
    Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 28 July 2025
Adjective
  • At the same time, Chuck sent an expedition to locate Bill Prady, who had been frozen with his shield across his chest in a block of arctic ice.
    Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 July 2025
  • Meteorologists forecast an arctic blast next week that will bring bitter-cold temperatures throughout the Cincinnati region.
    Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Adjective
  • Gelato is very similar to ice cream, but only relies on milk instead of heavy cream for a slightly lighter, icier texture than traditional homemade ice cream.
    Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 June 2025
  • 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
Adjective
  • Winters are cooler but pleasant, with daytime temperatures in the 60s or 70s but the evenings can be chilly, so perhaps not the best beach weather.
    Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 23 July 2025
  • Guests can enjoy the pool or lawn area or warm up by the lobby’s fireplace on rare chilly evenings.
    Mae Hamilton, AFAR Media, 23 July 2025

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“Subfreezing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subfreezing. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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