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Icing

/ˈaɪsɪŋ/noun / verb
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Icing primarily refers to a sweet, smooth mixture of sugar, water, and flavorings that's spread over cakes and pastries to add both visual appeal and a burst of taste, turning simple bakes into eye-catching desserts. As a verb, it means to cover something with this mixture or, in sports like hockey, to shoot the puck across the center line and opponent's goal line without it being touched, often leading to a penalty that keeps the game fair and fast-paced.

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The icing rule in hockey, introduced by the National Hockey League in 1937, was designed to prevent teams from stalling, and it has since led to an average of 20% more goals per game by encouraging aggressive play—proving how a simple rule change can dramatically alter the excitement of a sport.

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