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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
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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