quick-froze

verb

past tense of quick-freeze
as in froze

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  1. froze
  2. frosted
  3. iced
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  • While no layoffs were proposed, the city froze hiring for several positions, including animal control officer, code enforcement officer, and senior civil engineer.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
  • The senator froze up while speaking with reporters in two 2023 incidents and suffered several falls, using a wheelchair at times as a precaution.
    — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Definition of froze
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  • Gomez frosted her little black dress with over $40,000 worth of diamond jewelry.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 2 July 2026
  • Shake vigorously for up to 30 seconds, until the shaker is frosted on the outside and the drink is well chilled.
    — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 9 June 2026
Definition of frosted
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  • This insulated water bottle can keep drinks cold for up to 7 hours and iced for up to 32, according to the brand.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
  • Earl Grey teas are blended with bergamot oil to add a citrus flavor to the black tea, generating a slight vanilla flavor when served iced.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
Definition of iced
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