sudden chill

language: fr

definitions

  1. An abrupt and unexpected decrease in ambient temperature or a sharp, immediate sensation of coldness felt on the skin or throughout the body.
    fr: Froid soudain
  2. An unexpected psychological sensation of fear, dread, or unease that strikes abruptly, often caused by an ominous realization, eerie atmosphere, or unsettling news.
    fr: Sensation soudaine de peur

examples

  1. The sudden chill made everyone pull their jackets tighter around themselves.

    Le froid soudain a poussé tout le monde à resserrer leurs vestes.

  2. A sudden chill ran down her spine when she realized she had been followed home.

    Un frisson soudain lui parcourut l'échine lorsqu'elle réalisa qu'on l'avait suivie jusque chez elle.