easy on ice

Meanings

1. 1phrasefixed phrase

   Gentle, safe, or not hard on the surface when moving or standing on ice.

   Grammar: Used after the verb 'be' or other linking verbs: The skates are easy on ice. It does not take an object.

   Patterns

   • be easy on ice
   • easy on ice for someone

   These rental skates are easy on ice, so beginners can glide without slipping.

   The new Zamboni leaves the rink easy on ice for the players.

   Curling stones are heavy but easy on ice once they get moving.

2. 2phrasefixed phrase

   Comfortable or not difficult to do when on an icy surface.

   Grammar: Often used after 'be' or 'feel': The walk felt easy on ice. No object is needed.

   Patterns

   • be easy on ice
   • feel easy on ice

   Walking in these boots is easy on ice because the soles have deep grips.

   The hike was easy on ice until we reached the steep slope.

   Driving is not easy on ice, even with winter tires.

Common combinations

be easy on ice

The children's sleds are easy on ice and slide smoothly.

feel easy on ice

After a few minutes, I felt easy on ice and stopped wobbling.

easy on ice for someone

The short track is easy on ice for first-time skaters.

not easy on ice

Running is not easy on ice, so take small steps.

Synonyms and how they differ

gentle on ice

This phrase means the same but is less common; 'easy on ice' is more natural for describing how something feels or performs.

safe on ice

This focuses on safety rather than lack of difficulty; use 'safe on ice' when the main point is avoiding danger.

Opposites

Commonly confused: easy on ice or easy on the ice?

Practice

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