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cold sweat Definition and Meaning in English (cold sweat definition)

noun
Synonyms:perspirationsweat
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Cold sweat definition: Perspiration caused by extreme fear, anxiety, shock, or physical distress.

Definitions of Cold sweat

  1. 1noun(informal)

    Perspiration caused by extreme fear, anxiety, shock, or physical distress.

Example Sentences

casual

“He broke into a cold sweat during the exam.”

formal

“The news left her in a cold sweat.”

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Cold sweat definition: Perspiration caused by extreme fear, anxiety, shock, or physical distress.
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'Cold sweat' translates to 'cold sweat' in English. Cold sweat definition: Perspiration caused by extreme fear, anxiety, shock, or physical distress.
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