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Idiom: Slow Burn

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A gradually increasing feeling of anger or frustration.

A romantic story (especially a work of fan fiction) in which the central relationship develops slowly.

Developing slowly over the course of the story.

Example Sentences

1
The tension between them was a slow burn that eventually led to a heated argument.
2
At first, I didn't realize he had a crush on me, but his subtle compliments and gestures were a slow burn.
3
The movie started off slow but became more intense, building up a slow burn of suspense.
4
Their rivalry had been a slow burn over the years, with small conflicts gradually escalating to outright hostility.
5
The novel's slow burn of a plot kept me engaged until the surprising climax.

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