scald

Example Sentences

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When this anger boiled over, it threatened to scald more than the British.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

He noted a major concern was the overheating asphalt, which could scald paws.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 10, 2024

Leo’s veterinarian said in his case file that he had been losing weight throughout the year and had urine scald, a condition the vet said couldn’t be treated in the lab setting.

From Washington Times • Dec. 13, 2023

Preparing the cornstarch mixture first allows you to whisk the milk and cream without pause — important, as it can scald easily on the bottom of the pot.

From Washington Post • Mar. 24, 2023

She would ignore him outright when they passed in the halls, and kept a wide berth, as though if she strayed into his path, their proximity alone might scald her.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros