Boil gently
Poach and boil gently are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Poach" instead a verb phrase "Boil gently".
Poach
Poach verb - To cook in a liquid heated to the point that it gives off steam.
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Synonyms for Poach
Boil gently and poach are semantically related. You can use "Boil gently" instead a verb "Poach".
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