frogboilEtymologyFrom 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.verbTo gradually accustom someone to something without them noticing.“what a blessing to be able to breathe and to have a clear mind. brain fog and shortness of breath were just absolutely ruining my life before and i couldn't tell because i'd gotten frogboiled into them and was so used to dissociating from unpleasant sensations”