as in splashed
to flow in a broken irregular stream
the soapy water bubbled down the drain
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Recent Examples of bubbled
On the federal level, much of the scrutiny has bubbled up in the House Administration Committee, which oversees federal elections.
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Gabe Kaminsky, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
The Bear Season 4 (FX) TBA The Bear’s popularity has bubbled over like a pot of boiling water since its debut.
—Lucy Ford, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
The killing sparked a flood of social media posts voicing negative experiences with insurers, morbid praise and justification for Thompson’s killing and threats toward other insurance executives – igniting frustrations that have bubbled for years.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
Similar opposition bubbled up months later when Biden designated Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni National Monument in Arizona.
—Susan Montoya Bryan, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
In the hours after, anger and frustration over insurance denials and medical costs bubbled up online and in conversations.
—Amy Feldman, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Whether its toast, popcorn, or gooey apple pie filling that has bubbled over onto the bottom of your oven, getting rid of the resulting smell (and quickly) is of the upmost importance.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
Rumors of a reunion sequel have bubbled up for years, though an official sequel featuring all four primary actresses has yet to materialize.
—EW.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Canadian drink company accused of cultural appropriation Controversy bubbled for a Canadian drink company after actor Simu Liu, who is Chinese-Canadian, took issue with the founders’ spin on traditional bubble tea.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
Gabe Kaminsky, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
The Bear Season 4 (FX) TBA The Bear’s popularity has bubbled over like a pot of boiling water since its debut.
—Lucy Ford, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
The killing sparked a flood of social media posts voicing negative experiences with insurers, morbid praise and justification for Thompson’s killing and threats toward other insurance executives – igniting frustrations that have bubbled for years.
—Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
Similar opposition bubbled up months later when Biden designated Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni National Monument in Arizona.
—Susan Montoya Bryan, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
In the hours after, anger and frustration over insurance denials and medical costs bubbled up online and in conversations.
—Amy Feldman, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Whether its toast, popcorn, or gooey apple pie filling that has bubbled over onto the bottom of your oven, getting rid of the resulting smell (and quickly) is of the upmost importance.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
Rumors of a reunion sequel have bubbled up for years, though an official sequel featuring all four primary actresses has yet to materialize.
—EW.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Canadian drink company accused of cultural appropriation Controversy bubbled for a Canadian drink company after actor Simu Liu, who is Chinese-Canadian, took issue with the founders’ spin on traditional bubble tea.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bubbled
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One side of the 15-story Residence Inn by Marriott is splashed in bright orange, red and yellow paint depicting a portrait of country singer and songwriter Johnny Cash.—
Hanh Truong,
Sacramento Bee,
2 Jan. 2025
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Startled, Carter splashed the rabbit with an oar, prompting it to retreat.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
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Separately, norovirus outbreaks can also spring from food that was contaminated at the source and that’s often eaten raw, like shellfish harvested from virus-laden water or produce washed with it.—
Maggie O'Neill,
SELF,
6 Jan. 2025
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There was a lot of talk about Aaron Rodgers being washed.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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These are topical antibiotics that are dripped into the ear canal.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
30 Dec. 2024
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Akin to her music, the costumes, backdrops, images, props and 20-person dance squad dripped with vibrant color and outrageous swagger.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Dec. 2024
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