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Broil (Verb)

Be very hot, due to hot weather or exposure to the sun; "The town was broiling in the sun"; "the tourists were baking in the heat".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

The city was broiling under the intense heat of the desert sun.
The streets were empty as people sought shade to avoid the streets that were broiling in the afternoon.
The landscape was broiling dry, the once green grass now parched and cracked.
The tourists were sweating as they trudged through the village that was broiling in the heat.
The town's central square was broiling in the direct sunlight, forcing visitors to seek refuge.

Cook under a broiler; "broil fish".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Broil the steak for a few minutes on each side to get a nice char on the outside.
The chef will broil the shrimp until they are pink and slightly caramelized.
Place the burgers under the broiler to broil for a few minutes, or until cooked through.
To broil the asparagus, simply brush it with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Broil the chicken breast until it is golden brown on top and cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Heat by a natural force; "The sun broils the valley in the summer".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The scorching desert sun broils everyone who ventures out without protection.
The sun broils the crops in the field during the hottest months of the year.
High temperatures broil the pavement in urban areas during heatwaves.
The intense sunlight broils the dry earth and withers all plant life.
The summer sun broils the city, making it difficult for people to work outdoors.