boil
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A sign next to it reads “Water not tested, Boil for 5 minutes before use.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2025
Boil water notices were issued in parts of the Rhondda valleys on Tuesday.
From BBC • Nov. 26, 2024
“Together, Islanders reduced water use to low levels and helped the city successfully avoid a Precautionary Boil Water Notice and a much worse situation.”
From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2023
Boil the sauce over high heat until it thickens.
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2023
“Go down to the kitchen. Boil some water and bring the kettle upstairs. Can you do that?”
From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick
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