inferno

Example Sentences

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The inferno swept through seven of the estate's eight towers, which were under renovation and wrapped in bamboo scaffolding, netting and foam boards -- materials that may have accelerated the spread of flames.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

If, more feasibly, England - with title aspirations - inflict another thrashing, those nip-tuck, nose-to-nose inferno finishes of years gone by would seem even more distant.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

A tiny Swiss village is reeling from the "unimaginable" loss of numerous young people in the New Year inferno at a ski resort bar, including seven players on the same football team.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

But the inferno nevertheless destroyed the homes of his son and daughter, who are 26 and 29.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

The hybrid’s tires spun on the gravel, and then the car launched forward, throwing Akira back in her seat as they drove straight into the heart of the inferno.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz