kettle
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Sound-designed by David Gertsman, “undertone” is so quiet that a tea kettle sounds like a fire alarm.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
I like to keep a small notebook in the kitchen for this sort of thing, a place to jot down ideas while the kettle boils or something softens on the stove.
From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026
"So I think that's going to be my treat, and maybe the kettle, too."
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
“Going after cartels is one thing, but handing over politicians is another kettle of fish,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026
The tea stall owner was boiling a big kettle of water.
From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins
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