chill

Example Sentences

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Authorities thought they had started to chill the tank on Friday but later learned that the temperature was increasing by a degree an hour, boosting pressure and increasing the threat.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

One limiting factor will be the availability of export infrastructure, such as the multibillion-dollar terminals that chill natural gas to minus 260 degrees Fahrenheit to make it a liquid suitable for ocean transport.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

In the meantime, the chill on the bench is real, as is the fear.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

I'll just chill in the house, recover from a game really, and get ready for the next one because I've had so many this season.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

As the train departs and shadowy London pinches smaller behind us, a chill prickles at the back of my neck.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin