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Recent Examples of boil over
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
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
Add cinnamon sticks, and bring to a gentle boil over medium.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 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
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
Add cinnamon sticks, and bring to a gentle boil over medium.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boil over
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Dodgers players spoke in awe of the pitching performances, with opposing starters Tyler Glasnow and Cristopher Sánchez trading zeroes and combining to allow just one run over 12 1/3 innings.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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On that night, his brother was run over by a drunk driver who fled the scene.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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Some of what was said in the affidavits echoed acrimony that spilled into public view during deliberations.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
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While none of the three teams are currently scheduled for a match, the animosity between the factions could easily spill over into the premium live event.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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