as in splashing
to flow in a broken irregular stream
the soapy water bubbled down the drain
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Recent Examples of bubbling
An outsider romance peppered with gallows humor and bubbling over with giddy optimism, Harold and Maude is a life-affirming, weirdly wonderful film about a rich kid with a death wish and his love affair with an exuberant 79-year-old woman.
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Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
The road was reportedly bubbling just before the sinkhole opened up, neighbors say.
—Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Reduce oven temperature to 375° and continue to bake until crust is deep golden brown and juices are thick and bubbling, 75–90 minutes longer.
—Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026
So many grassroots groups organized to counter Bolsonaro’s attacks on COVID-19 vaccines that researchers began to map the campaigns bubbling up across the country.
—Jessica A.j. Rich, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2026
Beyond head-honcho Evilgiane’s handful of major placements, SG keep themselves busy by engaging with whoever's bubbling under the surface.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 6 Apr. 2026
Microwave on high for about 1 minute until bubbling, then add the vinegar and stir until the butter is melted.
—Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
The ballet flat trend has been bubbling away for a few years, with cult labels like Comme des Garçons, Maison Margiela, Lemaire, and Bode releasing versions as early as 2021, beloved by fashion-forward arty types who’d pair them with shredded jeans or baggy shorts.
—Jack Stanley, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Bake on lower rack until sauce is bubbling, 13 to 15 minutes.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
The road was reportedly bubbling just before the sinkhole opened up, neighbors say.
—Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Reduce oven temperature to 375° and continue to bake until crust is deep golden brown and juices are thick and bubbling, 75–90 minutes longer.
—Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026
So many grassroots groups organized to counter Bolsonaro’s attacks on COVID-19 vaccines that researchers began to map the campaigns bubbling up across the country.
—Jessica A.j. Rich, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2026
Beyond head-honcho Evilgiane’s handful of major placements, SG keep themselves busy by engaging with whoever's bubbling under the surface.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 6 Apr. 2026
Microwave on high for about 1 minute until bubbling, then add the vinegar and stir until the butter is melted.
—Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
The ballet flat trend has been bubbling away for a few years, with cult labels like Comme des Garçons, Maison Margiela, Lemaire, and Bode releasing versions as early as 2021, beloved by fashion-forward arty types who’d pair them with shredded jeans or baggy shorts.
—Jack Stanley, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Bake on lower rack until sauce is bubbling, 13 to 15 minutes.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bubbling
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The sink is prone to splashing and will wash any oil and vinegar residue away in no time.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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Don’t sleep on this two-pack of hummingbird feeders, which can hold up to 16 ounces of hummingbird feed each, or this popular bird bath that birds love splashing around in.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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Still washing dishes in the bathtub.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
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An employee was washing their hands with gloves on.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 10,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That, of course, and the occasional ghostly presences, unsettling cries, and blood dripping from the ceiling.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2026
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Blown out, extravagant, dripping with ferocious malaise and desperation, but precisely arranged for the maximum possible emotional effect.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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The effects are rippling across Capitol Hill, teeing up a fight that could directly impact the makeup of the House heading into the midterm elections.—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Diesel and jet fuel prices have also soared in recent days, with supply shortages rippling across Asia.—
Anniek Bao,Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2026
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Adding a fish pond with koi, a gurgling fountain, or even a wind chime can further play into the sense of sound.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2026
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Roaring Fork Falls, Setrock Creek Falls, and Big Creek Falls are all within easy reach, with short hikes that follow gurgling streams to cool, shaded falls.—
Kristy Tolley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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The cost is trickling down to consumers as well.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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Several of his employees manned the shop, who outnumbered the customers trickling in.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There are already rumors swirling from Europe that former Barcelona legend and coach Xavi could be considered to replace Mascherano.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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Rumors about the product have been swirling since last year, and the latest scoop says the company may be testing four different designs for the wearable.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Bubbling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bubbling. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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