afire

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In “The Penguin” Cristin Milioti’s Sofia Falcone marks her transition from the dutiful mobster’s demure daughter to a siren afire with vengeance.

From Salon • Dec. 27, 2024

Then, there is allrounder Glenn Maxwell, who set the tournament afire with two stunning knocks.

From Washington Times • Nov. 13, 2023

“Space Loneliness No. 2” creates a frequency and vibration that sets me afire.

From New York Times • Jan. 4, 2023

Capitol since British troops set it afire on Aug. 24, 1814.

From Washington Post • Aug. 6, 2021

Her face was a pile of white cloud afire with red hair.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez