sizzle
IPA: sˈɪzʌɫ
noun
- (countable) The sound of water boiling on a hot surface.
- (countable, informal) The process of being cooked which involves that sound.
- (uncountable) Zing, zip, or pizazz; excitement.
verb
- (intransitive) To make the sound of water boiling on a hot surface.
- (transitive, informal) To cook (something) in a manner which causes that sound.
- (intransitive) To be exciting or dazzling.
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Examples of "sizzle" in Sentences
- The bacon sizzled in the hot skillet, filling the kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma
- The heat from the summer sun made the pavement sizzle as we walked down the street
- The steaks sizzled on the grill, creating delicious grill marks and a tantalizing sound
- The campfire crackled and sizzled as we roasted marshmallows in the cool night air
- The hot oil sizzled as we dropped the chicken wings into the fryer, creating a crispy and flavorful snack
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