cauldron

as in kettle
a large open container that is usually used for cooking They filled the cauldron with what seemed like an endless amount of clams.

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Recent Examples of cauldron Yet so far what these two billionaires have achieved is to crush the world’s poorest children in a cauldron of confusion and cruelty. Nicholas D. Kristof, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025 Two crones in Budapest are lording over a cauldron of goulash right now discussing the game. Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2025 On select days, await the ancient ritual of the swinging brass Botafumeiro, or cauldron, which is filled with incense and coal and so heavy eight men are required to move it. Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 27 Jan. 2025 Or a witch or wizard standing over a cauldron concocting life-altering potions. Simone Milasas, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cauldron
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cauldron
Noun
  • For example, an electric kettle requires 1,200 watts when switched on, and a microwave uses 1,000 watts.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Just like on the brand’s Dutch ovens, the stainless steel knob on top of this kettle is etched with the Le Creuset name.
    Clint Davis, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Kitchen Accessories Collectible kitchen accessories can range from regular-use items like beautiful copper pots to more decorative items, like vintage bread boxes and hand crank mixers.
    Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Le Creuset Stoneware Mini Round Cocotte This dishwasher-safe mini pot has 2,700 five-star ratings from customers who adore its versatility.
    Clint Davis, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Essentially, each state gets its own bucket, noted Dr. Mujeeb Basit, a modeling expert on disease spread who wasn’t involved with the new research.
    Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025
  • But the newest ice bucket challenge isn't to bring awareness to ALS; rather, participants are raising awareness and funds for mental health causes.
    Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025

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“Cauldron.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cauldron. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.

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