parboil (verb)

1. In the novel, the protagonist would often parboil the vegetables before adding them to the stew.

2. In the cartoon, the chef would comically parboil the vegetables, causing them to bounce around in the pot.

3. During the colonial era, parboiling vegetables was a common cooking method used by pioneers on their long journeys.

4. The trendy chef showcased a new technique of parboiling vegetables for a nutritional and stylish salad.