flare

Example Sentences

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O’Grady was able to identify his position with a smoke flare when an American helicopter appeared.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the Islamic republic had the "necessary will" to end the war, provided its enemies guaranteed it would not flare up again.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

"They prefer to flare the gas than to deliver it," proclaimed Ursula von der Leyen, as spiralling energy prices hit consumers across the continent.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

“Horses flare up and die down, flare up and die down,” said Lau.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

Luckily, the dinghy was attached to the submarine with a tow line, and they had a flare gun.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple