- present participle of ignite.
igniting
Example Sentences
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“The tinderbox looks increasingly close to igniting in full force.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 19, 2026
In China, too, the "trend toward health-consciousness especially among the middle and upper-income classes" is igniting interest in Japanese foods, the Japan External Trade Organisation said in a recent report.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
Warsh has expressed a preference for the 1996 Fed approach, which allowed fast growth without igniting inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
Among the good news is that the fire is now fully contained, after igniting three weeks ago.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
“You aren’t anybody anymore,” Ophie said, frustration and annoyance igniting her temper.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
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