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verb

as in to trap
to place in conflict or difficulties instead of broiling themselves in internal strife, they should band together against the common enemy

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Recent Examples of broil
Noun
This model has five air-fryer-specific presets on the knob (air fry, fries, wings, bacon, and crispy reheat) plus five other presets (bake/roast, broil, pizza, bagel, and toast). Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2025 Dual cook can be used with the bake, broil, roast, pizza, low, warm, and air fry functions. Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
Verb
Toss with some of the reduced basting juices, and then grill or broil at high heat until the meat begins to crisp and caramelize. Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 28 May 2025 The Lodge Dutch oven features a bright color and can be used to broil, braise, bake, or roast in an oven at up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit or to sauté, fry, or simmer on any stovetop. Nora Colomer 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, 28 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for broil
Recent Examples of Synonyms for broil
Noun
  • If a person tears off someone’s ear or nose in a bar brawl, jail time is almost certain.
    Laura A. Bischoff, The Enquirer, 4 July 2025
  • There's much to consider about this hypothetical brawl.
    Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Verb
  • Made from a durable and porous nylon-spandex blend, the skort doesn’t trap heat.
    Esme Benjamin, People.com, 1 July 2025
  • If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • In many ways, the game might offer a blueprint for the quarterfinal clash against Paris Saint-Germain.
    Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
  • Speaking in a press conference ahead of his team’s Club World Cup round-of-16 clash with Benfica in Charlotte, Maresca voiced a similar sentiment.
    Liam Twomey, New York Times, 28 June 2025
Verb
  • They have been embroiled in a series of ethical controversies.
    Andrew Binns, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
  • Abarca was recently embroiled in legal domestic matters involving a charge of domestic battery, a restraining order by his wife, and custody of their 2-year-old son.
    Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2025
Noun
  • Scores of cops responding to a 911 call about a disorderly group swarmed in to break up the wild melee and arrested about 17 boys, officials said.
    Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 24 June 2025
  • In the melee, second base ump Kellen Levy fell backward to the ground.
    Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Verb
  • One more tip: tie up the drawcords before washing so they don't get snagged or tangled.
    Gabi De la Rosa, Southern Living, 5 July 2025
  • Both work together to pick up debris and ensure that no hair gets tangled up in the vacuum.
    Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 July 2025

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“Broil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broil. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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