I spend all summer getting hot under pressure, but I never lose my cool when the burgers are ready. What am I?
A grill
The riddle attributes human emotions like getting hot under pressure to a piece of outdoor cooking equipment. Because this metal apparatus is designed to handle intense charcoal or gas flames, it willingly absorbs high temperatures to cook delicious food. Thus, the appliance thrives right when the outdoor meal begins.
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