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I was freezing vs It was freezing

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I was freezing' is used when you are feeling very cold. 'It was freezing' is used to describe the weather or the temperature, or perhaps an object that is freezing. The two phrases are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes.
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I was freezing

This phrase is correct when referring to oneself feeling very cold.

This phrase is used when describing how cold one felt personally. It is a common expression to convey extreme coldness.

Examples:

  • I was freezing in that room without any heating.
  • After being outside for hours, I was freezing and couldn't wait to get warm.
  • Even with a coat on, I was freezing in the snowstorm.
  • She was freezing in the icy wind blowing through the open window.
  • Despite the fire, I was freezing in the old cabin.
  • Jun 15, 2024 ... Even wearing most of my layers (bases, fleece, light jacket), I was freezing every night. My partner and another I was with had 20 and a 0 ...
  • Nov 18, 2020 ... 3114 likes, 43 comments - brieannajames on November 18, 2020: "Don't let this smile fool ya. I was FREEZING. Get ready for new music soon!
  • Feb 8, 2022 ... This battle wasn't too fun when I was freezing to death · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
  • Dec 23, 2023 ... i was freezing but very very happy i got to see frozen in disneyland + there was fake snow hehe ❄️ . more. View all 289 comments. radiantrids11.
  • Sep 3, 2020 ... With my withdrawal getting worse, I was freezing but sweating profusely. I waited for what seemed like forever. Finally, the door opened. An ...
  • Sep 25, 2023 ... Last night I woke up and I was freezing cold to the point where I was shivering. I tried to wait it out under my blanket.
  • Sep 26, 2024 ... I was Freezing in the British Parliament — I Guess They're Saving Money. Nicole Venglovicova. ·. Follow. 3 min read. ·. Sep 26 ...
  • I had been fit and well, this day it was a Saturday we went to MacDonald's and I suddenly did not feel well, I was freezing despite a thick coat and well ...

Alternatives:

  • I felt freezing
  • I was extremely cold
  • I was shivering from the cold
  • I was chilled to the bone
  • I was numb with cold

It was freezing

This phrase is correct when describing the weather or temperature being extremely cold.

This phrase is used to describe very cold weather or temperature conditions. It is commonly used to convey a significant drop in temperature.

Examples:

  • It was freezing outside, so I decided to stay indoors.
  • Last night, it was freezing cold, and I had to bundle up in layers.
  • When the wind picked up, it was freezing on the mountaintop.
  • After the snowstorm, it was freezing for days.
  • In the middle of winter, it was freezing even during the day.
  • May 16, 2024 ... But what does "It was freezing in the palace" refer to exactly? I'm trying to tie it specifically back into the verse's overall message, and a ' ...
  • Mar 17, 2016 ... Before updating to 4.5 ADE it was freezing and still is when downloading ebooks from library (Kobo). lynnebeverlykaiser. New Here ...
  • Aug 20, 2024 ... 2110 likes, 76 comments - saraevansmusic on August 20, 2024: "Last night in Ohio! It was FREEZING! But we loved it!
  • Jan 6, 2013 ... So I visited Twin Peaks today. It was freezing, so the warm cherry pie and coffee was perfect.
  • Mar 22, 2023 ... 528 likes, 17 comments - pookina on March 22, 2023: "On the cliff top. It was freezing.".
  • Jan 13, 2017 ... It was freezing cold & I was soaking wet! Report this article; Close menu. Ben Alford. Ben ...
  • Fun fact: it was freezing cold in the water ❄️ so thankful for the professionalism of the team and the fun we had! ✨ BTS by @michielannaert ( you're...
  • Dec 7, 2021 ... I moved to the Upper West Side in January 2007 without knowing anyone in the city. I felt so alone. On my first Friday night, it was freezing ...
  • Mar 26, 2017 ... It was freezing. It was Halloween. The entire crew was dressed up in some AMAZING costumes the entire day. And we were put in a cold metal ...
  • May 30, 2022 ... A possible way to complete this sentence is "It was freezing outside, but Shannon braved the cold air despite the weather harshness" What is ...

Alternatives:

  • The temperature was freezing
  • The weather was extremely cold
  • It was icy cold
  • It was bitterly cold
  • It was bone-chillingly cold

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