BOILING DOWN Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

boiling down

verb

present participle of boil down

as in summarizing

to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report) the discussion of the problem can be boiled down to a couple of critical points

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Recent Examples of boiling down App selection is limited, really boiling down to Disney+ and YouTube, though an HDMI input mitigates that somewhat. — Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 19 June 2026 The Nuggets can’t grab critical rebounds in battles that are routinely boiling down to Nikola Jokic versus three or four Wolves. — Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026 Lightning Bolt have less interest in construction or expansion, instead boiling down their already heavy sound into a dense, nutrient-rich slurry. — Reed Jackson, SPIN, 24 Apr. 2026 Drinks In the drinks department, blueberries are excellent for freezing into ice cubes, infusing into water or tea, or boiling down into a simple syrup, says Hall. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025 Paul fears art imitating life by also boiling down to breadline survival strategies. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 29 Aug. 2025

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That could mean summarizing recent changes in a patient’s condition, surfacing abnormal trends, organizing relevant medications or test results or helping a clinician see what has happened since the last handoff.

— Meena Mallipeddi, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
In the sole panel now summarizing Washington’s participation, nearly every paragraph makes some mention of his ostensible antislavery views.

— John Garrison Marks, The Atlantic, 25 July 2026

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Consider outlining your non-negotiables in advance of a difficult discussion.

— Frederick J. Ryan, Fortune, 25 July 2026
In 2022, Calida Group acquired Cosabella for $80 million, outlining plans to expand both its department store and digital business, both Stateside and in Europe.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 July 2026

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