Bubble under

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verb

To simmer or boil lightly or persistently.

The soup was bubbling under on the stove.
Visual representation of "bubble under" - To simmer or boil lightly or persistently

Often appears as...

  • water bubbling under
  • pot bubbling under
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Visual representation of "bubble under"
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Light Boiling

Imagine tiny bubbles constantly rising, but slower than a full boil.

Illustration for Light Boiling
Keep the stew bubbling under while you chop the vegetables.
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Continuous Process

Think of 'bubble under' as a steady, ongoing activity, not starting and stopping.

Illustration for Continuous Process
I left the broth bubbling under for hours to enhance its flavors.
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Subtle Action

'Bubble under' suggests a gentle action, less intense than 'boil'.

Illustration for Subtle Action
The sauce should bubble under, not erupt like a volcano!
Visual representation of the word "Bubble under"

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