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frogboil

(internet slang, usually in passive constructions) To gradually accustom someone to something without them noticing.

ˈfɹɑɡˌbɔɪl158 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 26, 2026

(internet slang, usually in passive constructions) To gradually accustom someone to something without them noticing.

Origin: From the myth that a frog placed in lukewarm water will not jump out as long as the water is heated gradually, even if it reaches lethal temperatures. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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