reboil

verb

Definition of reboilnext
as in to simmer

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reboil
  1. simmer
  2. parboil
  3. boil
  4. poach
  5. steam
  6. stew
Verb
  • The incident also brought months of simmering cybersecurity fears to a head, demonstrating how easily AI agents could cause immense damage, while making the case for open models in the era of skyrocketing token costs.
    — Samantha Subin, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026
  • In the kitchen, two 10-gallon vats of the restaurant’s secret blend of white melting cheese and spices simmer continuously.
    — Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of simmer
Verb
  • Gnocchi and mushrooms roast without parboiling, then get finished with creamy ricotta and lemon to cut through the richness.
    — Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 18 Feb. 2026
  • For a simpler approach to preparing Brussels sprouts, skip parboiling and move straight to roasting.
    — Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2025
Definition of parboil
Verb
  • Officials say all customers in Conyers or north of I-20 should boil all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or preparing food.
    — Dan Raby, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Consider the many different editions of New York Yankees dynasties that boiled the blood of fans across America.
    — Steve Buckley, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of boil
Verb
  • Only seven have made more than 20 first-team appearances for the club that poached them, with 47 having never played a single minute for the poacher club.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Even if eggs are boiled or poached, pairing them with healthy fats like avocado or nuts can provide the fat needed to support vitamin D absorption.
    — Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 26 July 2026
Definition of poach
Verb
  • Sometimes holding a dispenser over a steaming hot beverage can cause condensation to form around the pouring spout.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The chiles are tumbled over high heat to scorch the skins, then dumped out into a box to steam.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of steam
Verb
  • Idda takes an epic approach to unearthing the packed layers of a stewing friendship.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 21 July 2026
  • Roasting, stewing, baking—those are all great ways to make okra.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
Definition of stew
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