simmered; simmering
ˈsi-mə-riŋ 
ˈsim-riŋ
1
: to stew gently below or just at the boiling point
: to cook slowly in a liquid just below the boiling point
Examples of simmer in a Sentence
Verb
Simmer the stew for 40 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
The chicken was simmered in a cream sauce.
The dispute simmered for years before any progress was made.
It's a debate that has simmered for 30 years and is likely to continue.
Long-simmering tensions between the two groups eventually sparked violence.
Noun
Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Recent Examples on the Web
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
Far from a quick caffeine fix, Turkish coffee is ground to a fine powder, simmered slowly in a cezve (a small copper pot), and served unfiltered, allowing the grounds to settle at the bottom of a small, handleless cup.
—Lela London, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Nov. 2024
When the flour is fully incorporated, add the milk and Dijon mustard and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
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Verb
Chipotles are simply dried and smoked jalapeño peppers, which in this case are then simmered in a rich tomato-like sauce to soak in all the flavor.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
Far from a quick caffeine fix, Turkish coffee is ground to a fine powder, simmered slowly in a cezve (a small copper pot), and served unfiltered, allowing the grounds to settle at the bottom of a small, handleless cup.
—Lela London, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Noun
Bring a cup of unsweetened milk (dairy or plant-based) to a simmer on the stovetop.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Nov. 2024
When the flour is fully incorporated, add the milk and Dijon mustard and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for simmer
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“Simmer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simmer. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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