broil up
The term "broil up" can be used both in culinary contexts and to describe emotional or situational intensity.
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Definition
B2Culinary
(technical)To cook food by exposing it to direct, high heat, usually in an oven or on a grill.
Example
- She decided to broil up some chicken for dinner.
- The recipe says to broil up the vegetables until they are slightly charred.
C1Emotional
(informal, figurative)To become intensely heated or agitated, often referring to emotions or situations.
Example
- Tensions began to broil up as the meeting progressed.
- The argument broiled up quickly, leaving everyone feeling unsettled.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "broil up":
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