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to boil over
[phrase form: boil]
01
to flow over the edges of a container because of too much boiling
02
(of a situation, feeling, etc.) to reach an uncontrollable state
boil over
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Example
The milk boiled over, leaving a sticky residue on the stovetop.
I don't want the sauce to boil over.
The pot boiled over, and the water spilled onto the stove.
The milk boiled over the edge of the pan.
Emotions can boil over if not addressed timely.
