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chilling

[chil-ing] / ˈtʃɪl ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
frightening
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But it’s also likely to have a chilling effect on one of its hyperscaler peers, according to Jason Helfstein, head of internet research at Oppenheimer.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Judge Dean described the transcript of the call as "chilling".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

But even here, the broader but less visible trend – chilling effects – is evident.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

However, tropical fruits such as mangoes are sensitive to chilling injury when temperatures become too low.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

She handed one to Vivian and said, “Your Coke’s chilling in the fridge, Connor. Want to help yourself and join us?”

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg




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