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Examples of ice water in a Sentence
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Some people want to know how they should be compensated when a server drenches them with ice water.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 31 Jan. 2024
Cool eggs: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
Refresh the herb leaves briefly in a bowl of ice water and pat them dry before piling loosely on top.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2024
DeBoer continues to operate with the composure of his mentor, but that’s not ice water in his veins.
—Josh Peter, USA TODAY, 13 Jan. 2024
This stylish soft cooler utilizes magnets to stay securely closed and prevent ice water leaks.
—Travis Smola, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024
Remove eggs to a bowl of ice water or rinse to cool.
—Kathleen Purvis, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
Geysers eject ice water and gas from the ocean into space at around 800 miles per hour.
—Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Dec. 2023
Using a fork, gradually stir in 8 tablespoons ice water, stirring until dry ingredients are moistened and dough begins to form a ball and pulls away from sides of bowl, adding up to 2 tablespoons more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if necessary.
Turn dough out onto a work surface; divide in half.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1669, in the meaning defined above
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“Ice water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ice%20water. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.
Kids Definition
ice water
noun
: chilled or iced water especially for drinking
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