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chilled to the marrow
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(of temperature) falling below the freezing point
What is the origin of the idiom "chilled to the marrow" and when to use it?
The idiom "chilled to the marrow" has its origin in the belief that the marrow, the innermost part of the bones, is the coldest part of the human body. It metaphorically represents an extreme level of coldness that penetrates deep into a person's core, suggesting a profound and bone-chilling sensation. The phrase conveys the idea of feeling intensely cold and thoroughly chilled to the very core of one's being.
Exemple
After standing outside in the freezing wind, I was chilled to the marrow and couldn't stop shivering.
They ventured into the icy wilderness without proper gear and soon found themselves frozen to the marrow.
The blizzard was so severe that even with multiple layers of clothing, I felt chilled to the marrow.
The mountaineers traversed the treacherous peaks, their bodies becoming frozen to the marrow from the biting cold.
The swimmer emerged from the frigid water, chilled to the marrow, but exhilarated by the experience.
