noun
chills
chihlz
noun
1
A feeling of coldness in the body, often a symptom of illness or a reaction to fear or excitement.
"She had a fever and chills all night."
"The plot twist gave me chills."
How to Use Chills
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShivery, goosebump-causing sensations — from being sick, scared, or moved by something.
Common pairings
get the chills
fever and chills
send chills down your spine
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