- present participle of simmer.
simmering
Example Sentences
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The tensions over US access to British military bases during the Iran War are still simmering as well.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
Alex Karp—describing himself as a “madman”—has brought the simmering tension between fast-rising AI giants and established tech players to a boil.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026
The marine heat wave of 2026 is simmering the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California, and experts are warning that it could lead to a warm, humid and stormy summer.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
It was all about the move to Georgia and various other simmering issues.
From Salon ● Jun. 9, 2026
Anya felt herself simmering, wanting to speak up in Alfhercht’s defense, but knowing it would only get her in trouble.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
