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chilled

British  
/ tʃɪld /

adjective

  1. (of a person) feeling cold

  2. (of food or drink) kept cool

  3. Also: chilled-out.  informal relaxed or easy-going in character or behaviour

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The committee is considering changes to the law, which many in the real estate industry believe has chilled development in the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

India denied the allegations, which chilled ties between the two nations, and saw each expelling a string of diplomats in 2024.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

They said the Defense Department policies chilled protected speech that officials might not like.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Someone hands me a chilled sauna beer, ironic and perfect.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

It blew through his clothes and chilled his body inside and made him shiver.

From "Sounder" by William H. Armstrong

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