as in brawl
a rough and often noisy fight usually involving several people
a noisy broil broke out at the bar
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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
Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2025
For extra crispiness, broil for the last minute or two.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2025
Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025
Copeland broils her fish in a homemade marinade of brown sugar, orange juice, soy sauce and white wine vinegar, pairing it with sweet potato mash on the side.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 8 May 2025
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Noun
Remove tri-tip from bag and sear on all sides quickly (30 seconds each) in hot pan or oven under maximum broil heat to make a crust.
—Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2025
For extra crispiness, broil for the last minute or two.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
Once guests trickle in, some items may need to be popped in the oven to reheat or broil, but nothing should still need cooking at this stage.
—Ginger Perra, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025
Copeland broils her fish in a homemade marinade of brown sugar, orange juice, soy sauce and white wine vinegar, pairing it with sweet potato mash on the side.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for broil
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The hostilities began when Trump lashed out at Musk's criticism of the Republican tax-cut and spending bill, and quickly escalated into an all-out online brawl on Trump's Truth Social and Musk's X, with prominent businessmen, analysts and political names weighing in on the fight.—
Anniek Bao,Dylan Butts,Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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The overwhelming majority of Republicans stand behind President Donald Trump over Elon Musk, according to new polling, which comes as the public feud between the two billionaires erupted into an all-out brawl.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
Verb
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On issue after issue — guns, property taxes, transgender rights — Republicans will try to trap Jolly, forcing him to play identity politics, likely a losing proposition.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
7 June 2025
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If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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This clash has had tangible repercussions: Tesla’s stock experienced a significant drop, erasing over $150 billion in market value, while Trump Media saw a decline of approximately $500 million.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Boys lacrosse In a wild Div. 4 round of 16 clash, host Littleton received a goal from Zach Milner with five seconds remaining to list the Tigers to a thrilling 13-12 victory over host Lynnfield.—
Brian Roach,
Boston Herald,
6 June 2025
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Still, some Republicans worry the new tax risks embroiling the US into a tit-for-tat tax war that causes blowback for companies trying to invest domestically.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
4 June 2025
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Deel is profitable and growing but embroiled in a legal battle: Competitor Rippling sued in March, alleging that Deel orchestrated a months-long spy operation.—
Sylvan Lebrun,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Several Uruguayan players joined the melee, including Liverpool’s Darwin Núñez, which led to sanctions.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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Kern Valley corrections officers resorted to blast grenades to quash the melee before finding Julian Mendez, 46, dead.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2025
Verb
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In June, Emily’s legs were tangled between Gen’s in the flatbed of Gen’s pick-up truck, the metal hot beneath her skin.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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The homeowner's Stars and Stripes, which was fluttering on the flagpole beside the entrance, was tangled.—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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“Broil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broil. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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