start a fire
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It was July 4, and Costas was afraid that the people who were regularly gathering at the house might start a fire.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
Millions sent wildfire emergency phone alert warning against 'any activity that could start a fire'
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
“Beef” season 2 has enough friction between two pairs that work at a country club to start a fire.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Theoretically, making a bet could give someone the perverse incentive to start a fire, or help one grow.
From Slate ● Jun. 30, 2026
To confuse my enemies' minds, I start a fire with plenty of green wood.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
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