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to freeze out
[phrase form: freeze]
01
congelar, solidificar
to turn from a liquid state into a solid state as a result of exposure to low temperatures
Example
Water freezes out when the temperature drops below freezing.
If you leave the soda in the freezer too long, it might freeze out and burst the container.
I did n't expect the material to freeze out so quickly in these frigid conditions.
02
excluir, isolamento
to intentionally exclude someone or make them feel unwelcome, often by creating a cold or unwelcoming atmosphere
Example
He is freezing out potential allies by refusing to collaborate.
The group of friends appeared to freeze out the outsider who had joined their gathering.
They decided to freeze out the new employee by ignoring her during meetings.
Exemplo
Water freezes out when the temperature drops below freezing.
If you leave the soda in the freezer too long, it might freeze out and burst the container.
I didn't expect the material to freeze out so quickly in these frigid conditions.
In sub-zero temperatures, engine oil can start to freeze out, leading to engine problems.
The freezing point of this chemical compound is so low that it doesn't freeze out in most climates.
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