as in to splash
to flow in a broken irregular stream
the soapy water bubbled down the drain
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Recent Examples of bubble
What’s bubbling up to the surface when the moon activates Neptune?
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Are your expectations not being met?
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USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
By Erica Sloan February 20, 2025 Sparkly beverages pumped with prebiotic fiber have been bubbling up for some time now, positioned both as gut-helpers and healthier alts to classic soda.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 Feb. 2025
The unexpected solution is bubbling up from America’s booming natural gas industry, just as the world’s most populous country is betting big on gas imports to power its growing economy.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2025
Heat the cream in a small saucepan over low heat until bubbling around the edges, then pour it over the chocolate mixture.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
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USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
By Erica Sloan February 20, 2025 Sparkly beverages pumped with prebiotic fiber have been bubbling up for some time now, positioned both as gut-helpers and healthier alts to classic soda.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 Feb. 2025
The unexpected solution is bubbling up from America’s booming natural gas industry, just as the world’s most populous country is betting big on gas imports to power its growing economy.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2025
Heat the cream in a small saucepan over low heat until bubbling around the edges, then pour it over the chocolate mixture.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bubble
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Also spray nearby vegetation to help dilute any bleach that splashes on the leaves.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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Enclosed in a glass cylinder, the suite features three bedrooms, outdoor showers, a gym and splash pool; a dining table for up to twelve; and a private elevator and stairs connecting the decks.—
Passport by ForbesLife,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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While silk does have antimicrobial properties, pillowcases, like your face, need to be washed regularly to avoid harboring bacteria.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2025
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Cocktails also get creative treatment: The Open Sesame (18 dollars), for example, melds rye washed in sesame oil, prosecco and shiso bitters into a palate-pleasing elixir.—
Cindy Hirschfeld,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Regardless of how they will be enacted, the impact of tariffs will also ripple across full supply chains.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Layoffs rippling through the federal government are affecting national parks and forests in Washington state, including at Mount Rainier National Park and popular trails east of Seattle.—
Melissa Santos,
Axios,
19 Feb. 2025
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In two batches, dip bananas in batter to coat, allowing excess to drip off; place in skillet and cook 4 minutes or until tops and bottoms are golden brown, turning once.—
Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
23 Feb. 2025
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Diamonds and sapphires dripped across her collarbone from a band at mid-neck.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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Bird flu continues to wreak financial havoc for farmers, which is then trickling down to consumers in the form of higher prices, particularly on eggs.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2025
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Tomatoes trickle in every now and then, but just maybe once a month.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
9 Feb. 2025
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