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flame

Definition for flame

noun as in fire

Strong match

brightness

Weak match

rapid oxidation

noun as in object of passion, lover

verb as in burn

Strongest match

ignite

Weak match

flare up

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Example Sentences

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It will focus on fire risk, especially in buildings under renovation where bamboo or wooden scaffolding, as well as non‑flame‑retardant safety nets are in use.

An orange glow of flames could be seen through windows next to the illuminated BBC Scotland sign on the south side of the building.

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“I am sure, like many others in Israel, that the immediate end of the trial will help a lot to lower the flames and promote widespread reconciliation which our people need so much.”

It prompted the president of the National Electoral Council, Ana Paola Hall, to warn all parties "not to fan the flames of confrontation or violence".

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Seven of eight tower blocks in a housing in the northerly Tai Po district rapidly went up in flames on Wednesday.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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