ignite

Example Sentences

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Because the comet broke apart, multiple explosions likely occurred, igniting widespread fires.

From Science Daily

Brominated flame retardants are commonly added to fabrics and other products to reduce how easily they ignite.

From Science Daily

They saw how “contagious” it was when playing defense at a high level against the Suns and how Jarred Vanderbilt lit the fuse to ignite things for the Lakers in their last victory over Phoenix.

From Los Angeles Times

In recent months, frustrations have mounted amid ongoing fights with insurance carriers over coverage and a repayment proposal from Southern California Edison, whose equipment ignited the fire.

From Los Angeles Times

Twenty miles away, in the San Fernando Valley, terrified Sylmar residents watched a fire that night burning under the same transmission tower where the deadly Saddleridge fire ignited six years before.

From Los Angeles Times