ignition
Example Sentences
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The engines enable faster missile launches as they require little preparation before ignition.
From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026
Police are treating the fire as deliberate ignition at this time.
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026
Recent studies into fire mechanics have generally found that the intense heat from wildfire can quickly dry out these plants, making them susceptible to ignition from embers, flames and radiant heat.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026
In fire-engineering terms, many nightclubs contain the fuel load of an entire residential condominium, the ignition sources of an industrial site, and the evacuation constraints of a submarine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026
“I’ll leave your stuff at the front desk in the main office,” she answered, turning on the ignition and looking behind her as she started slowly backing out of the parking space.
From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio
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Elements of the Universe: Ign, Igni ("Fire")
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Long-Awaited Words from Harper Lee's "Go Set a Watchman"
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