flames

Example Sentences

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Preservationists were worried the flames could burn through pristine terrain unique to the region.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

After being lit, Keenan said it resulted in an "explosion of flames".

From BBC • May 13, 2026

"On May 4, two unidentified aircraft struck the outer plate of the port-side ballast tank at the stern of the HMM Namu at roughly one-minute intervals, causing flames and smoke," he said.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

Forecasts say millions of acres could go up in flames this season.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Two large fireplaces were burning bright with large pots over the flames.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff