chilling

Example Sentences

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Chilling surveillance footage shows the moment he approaches: “Excuse me, ma’am,” he says politely, his tone disarming.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2025

Chilling rain, swirling gray clouds and blustery winds rolled into Southern California on Sunday as what was anticipated as the strongest storm of the season promised near-record rainfall and flash flooding through Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2024

On Dec. 15, exactly a month after the barge washed up on English Bay, the board erected a temporary “Barge Chilling Beach” sign.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 18, 2022

"Chilling the dough allows the various ingredients to absorb into each other, which enhances the texture and flavor," adds François.

From Salon • Dec. 20, 2021

Or wade with me through snows Drifted in loose fantastic curves aside, From humble doors where Love and Faith abide, And no rough winter blows, Chilling the beauty of affections fair, Cabined securely there.

From The International Monthly Magazine, Volume 5, No. 1, January, 1852 by Various