Freeze over Meaning in English
expression
释义
To become covered with ice, especially when referring to a surface like water or the ground, because the temperature has dropped below freezing.
用法与细微差别
Most often describes lakes, ponds, or rivers in cold weather. Used literally, but can occasionally be used metaphorically for things becoming very cold or 'unwelcoming,' though less common. Usually used intransitively with 'lake' or 'pond': 'The lake froze over.' Don't confuse with 'freeze' (general verb).
例句
The pond will freeze over if it stays cold tonight.
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When the river freezes over, people can walk on it.
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Sometimes, the lake freezes over in winter.
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The fountain in the park completely froze over last night.
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Be careful—the sidewalk might freeze over and get slippery.
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We love it when the pond freezes over—it means ice skating season is here!
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