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Whatever the reason, the overwhelming majority of eggs remain on ice.

From Slate Aug. 29, 2026

But for a young athlete growing up in Canada, where the most-popular sports take place on ice, it was a deal-breaker.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 18, 2026

A planned role as King Herod in a production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” was put on ice.

From Salon Aug. 6, 2026

One of his old bosses, Alistair Darling, the chancellor during the financial crisis, once memorably told me with affection, but in frustration, "Andy? He's like a lorry on ice", because his thinking swerved around.

From BBC Jul. 18, 2026

It felt like I was standing on ice skates, and I nearly fell down, but Chas was right there behind me, holding me steady.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith




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