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boiling

[boi-ling] / ˈbɔɪ lɪŋ /




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"It is boiling in the bag I would suggest on our crews."

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

It’s boiling outside … so, time for a Santa convention.

From MarketWatch Jul. 10, 2026

The fury from PlayStation die-hards, gamers more broadly, and even creators, has been absolutely boiling ever since the announcement, which earned thousands of aggrieved comments on the brand’s own website.

From Slate Jul. 7, 2026

This acts like an atmospheric lid on a boiling pot, trapping heat beneath.

From Barron's Jun. 23, 2026

The kettle begins to whistle, and he gets up to pour the boiling water into his teacup.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan




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