to freeze out
[phrase form: freeze]
01
冻结, 凝固
to turn from a liquid state into a solid state as a result of exposure to low temperatures
例子
I did n't expect the material to freeze out so quickly in these frigid conditions.
我没想到材料在这些严寒条件下会这么快冻结。
The freezing point of this chemical compound is so low that it does n't freeze out in most climates.
这种化合物的凝固点非常低，因此在大多数气候下不会凝固。
02
故意排除, 忽视
to intentionally exclude someone or make them feel unwelcome, often by creating a cold or unwelcoming atmosphere
例子
They decided to freeze out the new employee by ignoring her during meetings.
他们决定在会议期间忽视她来排挤新员工。
The team captain warned against trying to freeze any teammates out who were n't performing well.
队长警告不要试图排挤任何表现不佳的队友。
