at the boiling point

Hatred and violence, already at the boiling point, are legitimized.

Things were already at the boiling point last week with nightly protests over Wright’s shooting, just as a good part of the caring world was riveted to the trial of Derek Chauvin, accused of the murder of George Floyd.

“We’re definitely at the boiling point, whether it’s the housing crisis, whether it’s quality of life, which is exacerbated by the worst traffic congestion in America, or the affordability crisis,” said Supervisor Aaron Peskin.

In some parts of the country, such as Shiraz — one of Iran’s most beloved cities, known for its rich history of wine, flowers and poetry — locals say their food must be at the boiling point the moment the year changes.

Hillary would incrementally turn up the heat, which is at near-boil, while Trump would start at the boiling point.