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as in to steam
to be excited or emotionally stirred up with anger
the passengers were boiling when they found out the flight was delayed yet again
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Recent Examples of boil
Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025
Make a simple brine of salt, sugar, vinegar and water, bring it to a boil and pour over the onions in a clean glass jar.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 28 Oct. 2025
Real-Time News Team, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
Blanch puntarelle ribbons in boiling water generously seasoned with vinegar, salt, and sugar.
—Katie Parla, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Bring stock or broth to a boil in a 5-quart saucepan; stir in rice and cook, covered, at a gentle simmer, for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025
Make a simple brine of salt, sugar, vinegar and water, bring it to a boil and pour over the onions in a clean glass jar.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
Family says grandfather was ‘boiled alive’ by hotel shower in CA.
—Real-Time News Team, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
Blanch puntarelle ribbons in boiling water generously seasoned with vinegar, salt, and sugar.
—Katie Parla, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boil
Noun
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The thick, cushioned sole keeps my feet cozy and blister-free, while the breathable fabric wicks moisture to prevent overheating on sunny hikes.—
Ariana Dickson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Most patients have mild symptoms for seven to 10 days, which can include fever, sore throat, painful mouth sores that blister and a rash on the hands and feet, the CDC said.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Acorn squash can be baked, roasted, or steamed for a tasty side dish.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
6 Nov. 2025
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Humidity often corrodes cables and steams camera lenses.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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It’s been more than a week and people are still stewing about it.—
Susan B. Glasser,
New Yorker,
30 Oct. 2025
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The sauce, a velvety broth, is a mixture of natural juices and stewing ingredients, sometimes thickened with flour.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Immediately following the injury news being confirmed about Kraft's injury ending his season, the rumor mill started churning.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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The novel’s power lies in its relentless banality—the mind churning while life’s machinery grinds on.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
15 Sep. 2025
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Research suggests that pimple patches aren't effective on cystic acne, pustules, or blackheads.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Walk out of a play’s shadows back into the clear light of day without a there to take with you, and even a burning cauldron will become little more than a brief candle.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Veg/cm/61 Fire has been burning on private land.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The biggest simmering conflict, as always, is Stacey.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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In a sauté pan, simmer the onion in the bourbon until soft, about 5 minutes.—
Kathryn Gregory,
Louisville Courier Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Simmer, stirring or swirling the skillet occasionally, until butter turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Nov. 2025
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Rumors swirled that Bella and Connor were estranged from their adoptive mother due to their ties to the Church of Scientology.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Boil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boil. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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