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to freeze over
[phrase form: freeze]
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(of bodies of water or other surfaces) to become completely covered or blocked with ice due to extremely cold temperatures
freeze over
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Example
The small pond in the park usually freezes over by December.
After a night of sub-zero temperatures, the car's windshield had frozen over.
The lake froze over during the harsh winter, allowing people to ice skate on its surface.
The river froze over, creating a thick layer of ice that was dangerous to cross.
The sidewalk froze over, making it treacherous for pedestrians.
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