Recent Examples on the WebReturn pot of cooking water to a boil over high; add pasta, and cook according to package directions.—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024 Even when tensions have threatened to boil over in the Senate, Lundeen said debate has stayed within the bounds of the Senate process.—Nick Coltrain, The Denver Post, 13 Jan. 2024 The simmering crisis in the Middle East, sparked by the start of the war in Gaza nearly three months ago, threatens to boil over amid strikes and violence across the region.—Adam Taylor, Washington Post, 4 Jan. 2024 Toil and trouble boil over in this timeless tale of mayhem and madness, reimagined for today, where the lines between reality and the supernatural blur.—David Catlin, The Enquirer, 6 Mar. 2024 Emotions boiled over several minutes later when Cronin was assessed a technical foul after a controversial call.—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2024 Tensions boiled over the next day, during debate over new rules proposed by the House Rules Committee.—Dakin Andone, CNN, 13 Feb. 2024 Place scraped cobs and milky liquid, whole milk, and 2 cups water in a large saucepan; bring just to a boil over medium-high.—Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2024 Bring to a boil over medium high; reduce heat to medium low, and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 12 minutes.—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2024
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'boil over.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Share