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

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

On the night of their escape, the flames of the burning town had shimmered so brightly on the water that it had seemed that the lake was afire.

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