cold top
Americannoun
verb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of cold top
First recorded in 1995–2000
Example Sentences
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When grown cold, top growth on your seedlings will be short and stocky, but the plants’ roots are actively growing.
From Seattle Times
But though she has continued to run hot and cold, top coaches will tell you that Stephens should be much higher in the rankings with her talent and tools.
From New York Times
To call it a cold top would be an exaggeration, but only a mild one.
From Golf Digest
Not a cold top, shank, blade; a straight "Grandma playing for the first time" woooooshhhh.
From Golf Digest
Making three no-trump was a cold top.
From New York Times
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