Example Sentences

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"Till then, we are boiling the water for drinking," said the young sailor, who asked to be identified only by his last name, Pereira.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Police and loyalist sources have spoken of weeks and months of simmering tensions which are boiling over.

From BBC • Aug. 7, 2024

The frustrations are boiling over because this season was supposed to be different.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 20, 2023

While the potatoes are boiling, heat a tablespoon of butter in a large skillet.

From Salon • Nov. 2, 2023

I bite my lip, hold back the tears that are boiling in my eyes.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson