simmer

Example Sentences

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“Things could change quickly if Middle Eastern tensions simmer down, but the longer oil routes remain blocked, the more embedded hawkish forecasts will become,” Nathan noted.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

U.S.-Iran tensions continued to simmer, as the U.S. move to send a second aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East gave oil traders jitters and sent crude prices higher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Even as Singh takes office, tensions in Manipur continue to simmer.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

Add your hearty elements next, along with enough liquid to cover them, and let the pot settle into a gentle simmer.

From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026

“That’ll be like a code word to remind yourself to simmer down. Mama taught my little brother Cotton to say ‘rutabaga’ every time he gets the urge to draw on the wall.”

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor