chilly climate
Perpetually cool conditions
A chilly climate is one characterized by persistently cold temperatures—not freezing, but uncomfortably cool for much of the year.
The phrase also describes an unwelcoming atmosphere in social or political contexts: The ambassador arrived to a chilly climate between the two nations.
Investment dried up in the chilly climate following the scandal.
- frostinessCold or unfriendly manner
- coolnessCalm self-possession
- brisknessQuality of being quick
- crispnessSnappy, firm texture
- winterYear's coldest quarter
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Region with high temperatures
hot climate · tropical climate · mild climate · desert climate · Mediterranean climate
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