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What does "Break the Ice" Mean?

tefave4717
tefave4717
What does "Break the Ice" Mean?
Good afternoon, I hope you're well. I encountered the term 'break the ice' in an article and wondered if you could provide some insight into its meaning?
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Steve
Steve
Steven_Jenkings - Tutor account
Native Speaker
South Africa

Hello,

This phrase, 'break the ice' is a phrase that is used to denote saying or doing something to relieve the tension in a strained situation, or even just to get conversation going when strangers meet for the time.
This may involve telling a joke or doing something funny, something that lightens the mood in a room.

I hope that this explanation helps.

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