burning

Example Sentences

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The furnace, burning at more than 1,000C, is something he has learned to live with.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Mr. Epstein’s distinction between Jew and Jew-ish brings to mind Moses at the burning bush, and his first question to God—Who am I to go to Pharaoh?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

After an explanation of the nervous system, consent and the pelvic floor, her sessions begin with McDaniel burning sage or mugwort while the client is on the table.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Speaking to the press Tuesday, Barrett said the region’s pollution comes largely from transportation sources “primarily burning gasoline and diesel,” along with refineries and other local emissions sources.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

In the craziness of the burning factory, I’d done what I’d been training to do—I’d relied on my partner and cuffed the target before I’d gotten a decent look at her.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin