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as in hissing
to make a sound like that of stretching out the speech sound \s\
from my bed I could hear the bacon sizzling in the frying pan
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as in steaming
to be excited or emotionally stirred up with anger
she was really sizzling about being passed over for the promotion, and nearly quit
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as in blazing
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Recent Examples of sizzling
The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 2025
Why the ex-beauty queen let the cat out of the bag was de Moura had been holding the sizzling secret over her head, so Lemigova beat her to the punch.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
Then in the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals, BYU went to the zone to try to temper a sizzling Iowa State squad.
—Jim Root, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The set comes with three extra-virgin olive oils—one for sizzling, one for frying, and one for finishing—plus a sizzle spray for even coating.
—Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
So, cue the sound of sizzling beef tallow and check out what might be in store.
—Will Stone, NPR, 8 Oct. 2025
To be sure, the label — which made a name for itself with its ‘90s aesthetic of unfussy silhouettes heavy on sizzling embellishments and tie-dye — resonates more abroad than in the domestic market.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Mun-ju doesn’t plan to fall for San-ho so quickly after her husband’s death, but the heightened emotion of life-or-death situations spur a sizzling chemistry and deep connection that cannot be ignored.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
Centennial’s Hudson Odom fired a sizzling 5-under 66 to win the title.
—Tyler Palmateer, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
Between the aroma of sizzling cuisine, the driving beat of live music, and the anticipation for some of Hip-Hop and R&B’s biggest names, the city’s energy was palpable.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Oct. 2025
For most dogs, the sound of food sizzling in the kitchen is an irresistible invitation.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
Expect playful starters and elevated mains—black cod with red miso butter, tener wagyu steak frites with green peppercorn sauce, lobster malfadine in a rich tomato sauce, and the super flavorful pork belly sizzling rice.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The brand is serving up sizzling savings on its best-selling pots and pans.
—Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2025
His grill is on full blast at all times to keep the coils sizzling.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2025
Clips of Cauley's sizzling witticism went viral with millions of views and earned her repeat invitations to reappear on Kill Tony.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 21 July 2025
Pepper Lunch serves its entrées on sizzling iron skillets, as well as salads and sides.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Aug. 2024
Verb
In a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil until sizzling hot, about 2 minutes.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 2025
Why the ex-beauty queen let the cat out of the bag was de Moura had been holding the sizzling secret over her head, so Lemigova beat her to the punch.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
Then in the Big 12 Tournament quarterfinals, BYU went to the zone to try to temper a sizzling Iowa State squad.
—Jim Root, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
The set comes with three extra-virgin olive oils—one for sizzling, one for frying, and one for finishing—plus a sizzle spray for even coating.
—Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
So, cue the sound of sizzling beef tallow and check out what might be in store.
—Will Stone, NPR, 8 Oct. 2025
To be sure, the label — which made a name for itself with its ‘90s aesthetic of unfussy silhouettes heavy on sizzling embellishments and tie-dye — resonates more abroad than in the domestic market.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Mun-ju doesn’t plan to fall for San-ho so quickly after her husband’s death, but the heightened emotion of life-or-death situations spur a sizzling chemistry and deep connection that cannot be ignored.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
Centennial’s Hudson Odom fired a sizzling 5-under 66 to win the title.
—Tyler Palmateer, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
These downhome potatoes earn their Western stripes by sizzling in bacon grease before getting smothered with barbecue sauce, cheese, peppers, and plenty of crispy bacon.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
Between the aroma of sizzling cuisine, the driving beat of live music, and the anticipation for some of Hip-Hop and R&B’s biggest names, the city’s energy was palpable.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Oct. 2025
For most dogs, the sound of food sizzling in the kitchen is an irresistible invitation.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
Expect playful starters and elevated mains—black cod with red miso butter, tener wagyu steak frites with green peppercorn sauce, lobster malfadine in a rich tomato sauce, and the super flavorful pork belly sizzling rice.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The brand is serving up sizzling savings on its best-selling pots and pans.
—Caitlyn Martyn
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2025
His grill is on full blast at all times to keep the coils sizzling.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2025
Clips of Cauley's sizzling witticism went viral with millions of views and earned her repeat invitations to reappear on Kill Tony.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 21 July 2025
Pepper Lunch serves its entrées on sizzling iron skillets, as well as salads and sides.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Aug. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sizzling
Verb
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My pal was in deep slumber, breathed through this kind of hissing accordion.—
Sam Lipsyte,
New Yorker,
19 Oct. 2025
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And, that there was a goblin, squatting in my skull, rattling a metal pail full of bolts and hissing failure, rot, spoil.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Chris Tanouye / Getty Images TORONTO — Anthony Stolarz was still steaming mad.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Do not waste precious prep time wiping down your baseboards, scrubbing the windows, or steaming your floors.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In nuclear thermal rockets, a small nuclear reactor heats up a propellant — often liquid hydrogen — to blazing temperatures in the thousands of degrees.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
15 Oct. 2025
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Someone with the blazing speed of Shaheed to pair alongside the physical playing style of DK Metcalf would certainly seem to be a great fit on paper for the Steelers.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Bake for eight to 10 minutes, until sauce is bubbling again and the crumble topping is golden brown.—
Kathryn Gregory,
Louisville Courier Journal,
21 Oct. 2025
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Don’t shake the spices out of their container directly into a bubbling pot—you’ll expose them directly to steam and promote clumping.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Trump has continued his push to help end the Russia-Ukraine war, which has been raging for about 3 1/2 years.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
22 Oct. 2025
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My father’s kind voice ruptured the sound of violence raging around us.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That thing — that white-hot moment for rock — was never the same in that way again.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
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Pairing indie darling Kogonada (Columbus, After Yang) with white-hot, potentially commercial material indeed seemed like a big, bold, beautiful idea.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Highlights include a double reception room with soaring 9-foot-tall ceilings, three huge sash windows, and a wood-burning fireplace, along with a bespoke library, a 10-seat dining room, a star-worthy primary suite, and a rooftop garden that offers al fresco dining space and sweeping city views.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
20 Oct. 2025
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Schedule one cleaning in late summer or early fall and another in spring after you're done burning fires for the season.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Lead singer Brandon Coleman, as usual, puts forth a commanding, soulful vocal that encapsulates the lyric’s seething exasperation and longing for less division.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
6 Oct. 2025
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After his second impeachment by the House of Representatives in January 2021, there were reports that a seething Trump was not going to pay his personal attorney's legal fees.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sizzling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sizzling. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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