sparked
Example Sentences
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The protests that began last month were initially sparked by anger over examination paper leaks.
From Barron's ● Aug. 1, 2026
The April killings sparked an outcry from rights groups and some leading Ethiopian figures, including the influential head of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
The stunt sparked online backlash from critics who decried a difficult job market where applicants face extreme hurdles to get interviews.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
The fire near Brignoles sparked on Wednesday and burned about 250 acres.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
These treasures that had sparked Miss Sadie’s stories and led me back to my daddy.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
