Used to describe the actual event of a heated liquid overflowing from a container.

Literal Meaning

Often happens in cooking when the heat is too high or the pot is unwatched.

Monitor Cooking

Describes when someone's strong emotions, like anger, suddenly become visible.

Used metaphorically to talk about emotions, not literally boiling.

Typically involves negative emotions that are hard to keep in control.

Refers to when unresolved issues in a group reach a peak leading to a clash.

Often indicates a scenario wherein built-up tension explodes into action.