simmering

Example Sentences

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The simmering Iran conflict and high oil prices, however, are likely to keep a lid on how fast manufacturers can expand.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Abby’s removal had laid bare a simmering conflict between Ned’s daughter and Reynolds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Nearly two years after actor Alec Baldwin was cleared of criminal charges in the “Rust” movie shooting death, a long simmering civil negligence case is inching toward a trial this fall.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

While it is obviously premature to declare the Iran war over, we can now better assess the economic damage, particularly with oil prices simmering down notably.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

The moon had risen, and rice was simmering on the clay stove when Neel spotted him coming into the courtyard.

From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins