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Recent Examples of boil over
Now, Democrats hope these simmering frustrations will boil over in their favor in the Virginia governor’s race, one of this year’s most consequential elections.
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Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Whisk together Dr Pepper, ketchup, molasses, seasoning, vinegar, and Worcestershire in a medium saucepan until smooth; bring to a boil over medium-high.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
To prepare the pasta, add 2 teaspoons of salt to a large pot of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Add cinnamon sticks, and bring to a gentle boil over medium.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
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Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Whisk together Dr Pepper, ketchup, molasses, seasoning, vinegar, and Worcestershire in a medium saucepan until smooth; bring to a boil over medium-high.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
To prepare the pasta, add 2 teaspoons of salt to a large pot of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Add cinnamon sticks, and bring to a gentle boil over medium.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boil over
Verb
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The boy fell to the ground and ultimately was ran over by the vehicle, according to Rogers police.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
17 Oct. 2025
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According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the 22-year-old and her mom, Heather Linn-Schutt, 46, got into a physical altercation on State Highway 2 and were run over by a passing motorist.—
Susan Young,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Late in the week, trade and the shutdown took a backseat to worries about regional banks, which spilled into the market.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
18 Oct. 2025
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Safeguarding neighborhoods, ensuring game day operations like traffic and parking do not spill into residential areas.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Boil over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boil%20over. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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