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Now, Democrats hope these simmering frustrations will boil over in their favor in the Virginia governor’s race, one of this year’s most consequential elections.
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Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Whisk together Dr Pepper, ketchup, molasses, seasoning, vinegar, and Worcestershire in a medium saucepan until smooth; bring to a boil over medium-high.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Bring to boiling over medium-high heat.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
To prepare the pasta, add 2 teaspoons of salt to a large pot of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
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Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Whisk together Dr Pepper, ketchup, molasses, seasoning, vinegar, and Worcestershire in a medium saucepan until smooth; bring to a boil over medium-high.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Bring to boiling over medium-high heat.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
To prepare the pasta, add 2 teaspoons of salt to a large pot of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for boil over
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“Boil over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boil%20over. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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