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Definitions

catch fire

VERB
combust
Synonyms
STRONG
blaze flame ignite
WEAK
catch on fire
VERB
ignite
Synonyms
STRONGEST
burn flare up inflame kindle
STRONG
enkindle fire light
WEAK
burst into flames put match to set alight set fire to start up take fire touch off
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cool extinguish put out quench
STRONG
dull

Example Sentences

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According to state news agency TASS, the targeted patrol car was heavily damaged but did not catch fire.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Should the Americans suddenly catch fire, they could even begin to dream about the all-time winter record of 16 golds, set by Norway at the last Olympics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

In truth, Newcastle have yet to catch fire six months into the campaign.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

The U.S. jobs market took a sharp turn for the worse in 2025, and it doesn’t look like hiring will catch fire in the new year.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 20, 2025

Names that catch fire and leave a burnt smell in the air.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds