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smolder

/ˈsmoʊldɚ/

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verb

Couver, se consumer

To burn with no flame and little smoke.

Examples :

"After the campfire was put out with water, the embers continued to smolder for hours. "

Après que le feu de camp a été éteint avec de l'eau, les braises ont continué de couver pendant des heures.

energy nature disaster environment action

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verb

Bouillir, couver

To show signs of repressed anger or suppressed mental turmoil or other strong emotion, such as passion.

Examples :

"After the argument with his brother, he smoldered with resentment all afternoon. "

Après la dispute avec son frère, il a couvé du ressentiment toute l'après-midi.

emotion mind character

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verb

Couver, être latent

To exist in a suppressed or hidden state.

Examples :

"Even though she smiled, I could see the anger smolder beneath the surface. "

Même si elle souriait, je pouvais voir la colère couver sous la surface.

attitude character emotion condition