simmer

Example Sentences

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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

Takaichi replaced Shigeru Ishiba, whose one-year leadership saw voter discontent simmer over inflation and a slush fund scandal within the party.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

If you’re using coconut milk, simply bring to a simmer.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2026

Cheese and fruit were set on platters and a large copper pot was hung to simmer in the kitchen.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss