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is stewing
  • present progressive of stew (3rd person singular).

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Here in the U.S., it’s hard not to wonder if Jerry Jones is stewing that some English tycoons thought of this thing first.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2021

Mr. Neschling is stewing as he contends with such views, contemplating how to react to the tumultuous bookend of what had been an illustrious career.

From New York Times • Nov. 25, 2016

Before anyone arrives, Amir, drinking alone and clearly furious, is stewing over the fallout at work over a New York Times report that mentioned his support for an imam accused of aiding terrorists.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2016

If Jones is stewing over his lack of end zone opportunities, he doesn’t let it show.

From Washington Times • Dec. 10, 2015

Meantime, Brenchfield is stewing in his own juices.

From The Spoilers of the Valley by Watson, Robert