ICES Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

ices

verb

present tense third-person singular of ice

as in ensures

to make sure, certain, or safe with that win, the team has pretty much iced a spot in the play-offs

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as in murders

slang to put to death deliberately that gang leader wouldn't hesitate to ice anyone who tries to invade his turf

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Recent Examples of ices When Claire’s adult daughter Channing pilots the idea of going on a ski trip next year and starting her own holiday traditions, Claire completely ices her out and won’t consider it. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 9 Dec. 2025

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This thoughtful evolution ensures this year’s NBC ceremony and future broadcasts remain deeply engaging and tailored to the television audience.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2026
Stare decisis ensures that congressional processes are reliable and consistent.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of ensures

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Getting to East Lake all but assures a spot in all four majors.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
In the face of pushback — including activists who cover up or disable the cameras — Flock assures the public that its products should only be used with strict privacy and accountability measures.

— Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2026

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That assassinates Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, sparking retaliatory attacks by Iran across the Middle East.

— Jill Lawrence, Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2026
Soleimani assassination | Trump orders a drone strike in Iraq that assassinates Qasem Soleimani, an influential Iranian military commander.

— Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026

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Across the territories, panelists broadly agreed that Nordic cinema still carries a recognizable quality stamp, but that recognition alone rarely guarantees theatrical traction.

— Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026
Neither wet nor dry food guarantees weight loss because total calories matter more than whether dinner comes from a can or a bag.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

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In East Rutherford, New Jersey, Beyoncé slays in all-white at the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, while Justin and Hailey Bieber show off their streetwear style in New York City.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
Kerry Washington completely dismissing Seth Meyers’s home life absolutely slays.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 19 June 2026

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