flammable
Example Sentences
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The tank in southern California contains an estimated 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a highly volatile and flammable substance used in the production of plastic.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
One of the deadliest industrial accidents in U.S. history involved the ignition of highly flammable fertilizer aboard a cargo ship, the SS Grandcamp, in Texas in 1947, according to the Bullock Texas State History Museum.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
“The problem with this chemical is it is a possible flammable liquid and it does have exothermic properties.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
For example, when pure lithium comes into contact with water, it produces heat and releases hydrogen gas, which is extremely flammable.
From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026
“Gee, that went well,” Adina snarked to Mary Lou as they searched for anything remotely flammable.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
Vocabulary lists containing flammable
Power Suffix: -able
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