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sparks

[spahrks] / spɑrks /
NOUN
fire
Synonyms
STRONGEST
blaze bonfire heat inferno
STRONG
campfire charring coals combustion conflagration devouring element embers flames flare glow hearth holocaust incandescence luminosity oxidation phlogiston pyre scintillation scorching searing tinder warmth
WEAK
flame and smoke hot spot rapid oxidation sea of flames up in smoke

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Oh yeah, they’re bringing back longtime Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike, a bruising inside force for 14 seasons.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

When the Sparks open the season by hosting defending champion Las Vegas May 10, their fans are going to say, “Oh yeah!” followed by a resounding chorus of, “Oh no!”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

The team didn’t have a pick until the No. 21 overall slot in the second round, but the Sparks still ended up with South Carolina guard Ta’Niya Latson.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

“She can shoot it, she can get to the basket, she’s great in transition,” Sparks coach Lynne Roberts said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Sitting on the sofa, cowboy boots and all, was Jordan Sparks.

From "Forged by Fire" by Sharon M. Draper