glare ice
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of glare ice
An Americanism dating back to 1825–35
Example Sentences
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These boots were cute enough to draw random compliments from both men and women on the street, and they offer good traction in most winter conditions except for glare ice.
From Slate • Nov. 9, 2018
Their more aggressive studs are superb on glare ice, even in that most dangerous environment: parking lots.
From New York Times • Jan. 8, 2018
I’ve heard that in spots there are horrific trail conditions with open water, glare ice, and brown ground for miles.
From Slate • Feb. 27, 2014
The glare ice combined with windy conditions swept many mushers into driftwood.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 14, 2012
Fast enough it lighted up the slippery way, the glistening fences, the falling sleet which sheathed fields and houses with glare ice.
From Hills of the Shatemuc by Warner, Susan
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