Put something on ice informal verb phrase common
To chill something, such as food or drink, in order to preserve it.
Don't forget to put the champagne on ice.
You put the rest of the beef on ice. If it is definitely off, we aren't able to eat.
To delay or postpone something.
The city put the plans for the new stadium on ice as they tried to get more money for the project.
Let's put the report on ice awhile.
1. To stretch or lengthen something, usually a string or cord of some type
2. To extend, postpone, or make longer than it usually would
1. To stop, delay or diminish something
2. To ignore or end social contact with someone; to separate someone from others
To delay or postpone something that is predicted to be unpleasant, difficult or annoying for as long as possible
To leave someone waiting for an answer or a response
The verb "put" should be conjugated according to its tense.
To keep optimistic or have hope that something positive will occur and simultaneously prepare for a negative outcome
All I can do is hoping for the best and preparing for the worst.