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afire

[uh-fahyuhr] / əˈfaɪər /
ADJECTIVE
on fire
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


Example Sentences

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Further back, an immense 1859 storm known as the Carrington Event set afire recording tape at telegraph stations.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2025

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

From Washington Times • Nov. 13, 2023

And, of course, Monday will forever be celebrated for swooping in and rescuing the American flag from two protesters about it to set it afire in the Dodger Stadium outfield.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2023

With my stomach, throat and bowels all afire, I had lost 40 pounds in 10 weeks.

From New York Times • Oct. 23, 2021

One of the Myrish galleys had slammed into them and was now afire as wdU.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin