Keep on ice Meaning in English
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Definition
To delay making a decision, taking action, or starting something, usually until a later time. Literally, it can mean to store something (like food) on ice to keep it fresh, but it's most often used metaphorically.
Usage & Nuances
"Keep on ice" is informal and commonly used in business, planning, or when talking about ideas/projects. It means delaying, not canceling. Don't confuse it with "ice over" (freeze). Can sometimes be literal (food storage), but most often is figurative: "keep the plan on ice for now."
Example Sentences
Let's keep on ice the decision until we get more information.
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They told us to keep on ice our project for now.
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If you don't eat the fish now, keep on ice to keep it fresh.
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We’ll have to keep on ice those travel plans until next year.
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He likes my idea, but wants to keep it on ice until we get funding.
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You don’t have to say no—just keep it on ice and decide later.
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