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smoldered

/ˈsmoʊldərd/ /ˈsməʊldərd/

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verb

Couver, se consumer

To burn with no flame and little smoke.

Examples :

"The old, unused fireplace logs smoldered quietly in the hearth, giving off a faint warmth and a wisp of smoke. "

Les vieilles bûches inutilisées de la cheminée couvaient tranquillement dans l'âtre, dégageant une faible chaleur et un filet de fumée.

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verb

Bouillonnait, couvait

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

Examples :

"After the argument with her brother, Maria smoldered in silence, refusing to speak. "

Après la dispute avec son frère, Maria bouillonnait en silence, refusant de parler.

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verb

Couver, bouillir

To exist in a suppressed or hidden state.

Examples :

"Even though he didn't say anything, her anger smoldered beneath the surface after their argument. "

Même s'il n'a rien dit, sa colère couvait sous la surface après leur dispute.

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