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arson

[ahr-suhn] / ˈɑr sən /
NOUN
intentional burning
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“Systems that tie financial gain to wildfire outcomes risk encouraging misuse, including arson, and are not compatible with our mission,” a spokesperson for the U.S.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2026

One major concern stemming from wildfire prediction markets is arson.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2026

During the interview, investigators asked Rinderknecht why someone might commit arson in Pacific Palisades.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

His comments came after the BBC revealed that Russia was behind arson attacks targeting property and a car linked to the prime minister.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

The fire department suspected arson; police theorized that whoever set the fire had wanted to destroy the secrets still embedded within.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson




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