cold and warmth; warmth of human relationships
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
cold and warmth; basic living conditions
Used literally to describe temperature or metaphorically to refer to the basic comforts and necessities of daily life.
This elderly person living alone has to worry about their own basic comforts.
The company leadership cares deeply about the welfare of its employees.
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When you're away from home, don't forget to pay attention to the weather and dress accordingly.
noun
fickleness of human relationships; warmth of human affection
literaryUsed figuratively to describe the changeable, often indifferent or calculating nature of human relationships, especially in the face of one's changing fortunes.
After many ups and downs in the business world, he has experienced the full fickleness of human relationships.
Only after his family's fortunes declined did he truly see the warmth and coldness in people's attitudes.
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This kindness, offered in his time of need, made him deeply feel the true warmth that exists in the world.