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adjective

ˈblā-ziŋ How to pronounce blazing (audio)
Definition of blazingnext
1
as in burning
being on fire the blazing logs in the fireplace cast a warm glow on our holiday party

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2
as in warm
having or expressing great depth of feeling a blazing speech affirming the value of every individual in this world

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blazing

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verb (1)

present participle of blaze
as in announcing
to make known openly or publicly the White House didn't waste a minute in blazing the lower unemployment figures

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blazing

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verb (2)

present participle of blaze
1
as in glowing
to be on fire especially brightly the house blazed for over three hours in the late-night fire

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2
as in glaring
to shine with a bright harsh light the spotlight blazed through my window

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3
as in speeding
to proceed or move quickly an extreme skier went blazing down the ski slope at a reckless pace

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Recent Examples of blazing
Adjective
Blazing Star Also known as liatris, blazing star is yet another native plant that acts like a magnet for fireflies and other pollinators. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026 Its most striking feature, however, is tied to Houston’s blazing 12-season NBA career. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 June 2026
Verb
This clearly sounds like a blazing hot take that will chill soon and embarrass often. — Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026 So far, Bailey has shown blazing speed off the edge and an ability to create havoc in the backfield. — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 6 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blazing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blazing
  1. burning
  2. warm
  3. announcing
  4. glowing
  5. glaring
  6. speeding
  7. flaming
  8. passionate
Adjective
  • Prosecutors said some of the money was used for recruiting new members and purchasing Ku Klux Klan robes and materials for cross-burning ceremonies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026
  • In the case of the cross-burning incident, there is no comparison to the Jussie Smollett case.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Definition of burning
Adjective
  • Beyond this specific aspect, all on the team praised the benevolent and warm atmosphere in which the shooting took place.
    — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Built for polar exploration, this vessel features a cozy alpine-meets-the-sea vibe, with faux-fur pillows, plush blankets for staying warm and three fireplaces with dancing water vapor flames.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of warm
Verb
  • Under the new system, one voice from a non-selector will introduce each candidate by simply announcing his name and sharing his resume.
    — Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Her sister Erin created a GoFundMe page announcing that she was hospitalized with severe pneumonia and a bacterial infection in her blood.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of announcing
Verb
  • This face serum brightens and evens skin tone, fights free radicals, supports collagen production and softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles for glowing, healthy-looking skin.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Still, given the national attention given last winter to the air conditioning not working properly in an Angel Stadium weight room, Neto said the evaluation from the Rams’ locker room was glowing.
    — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of glowing
Verb
  • The duo's defiance paved the way for a resolution to condemn socialism, a key election-year messaging bill for the GOP that drew glaring defections among Democrats, many of whom were incensed at the turn of events.
    — Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Around his ankle is a heavy plastic GPS tracking device, with a red, LED status light glaring like a demonic eye.
    — Philip Kennicott, Washington Post, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of glaring
Verb
  • AIs are already being used to answer decades-long unsolved complex mathematical problems, and have assisted scientists in speeding up scientific discovery and even designing new viruses.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • After he was evaluated at the hospital and cleared, police arrested him for charges of vehicular homicide, reckless driving and speeding 40 miles per hour or more over the limit.
    — Olivia Young, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of speeding
Adjective
  • In Marvel Comics lore, Blaze is a motorcycle stuntman whose soul becomes bound to the Spirit of Vengeance, granting him supernatural abilities — and a flaming skull-head.
    — Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Aug. 2026
  • At her senior prom, a crown was placed on Cheryl’s flaming red hair.
    — Dateline NBC, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of flaming
Adjective
  • That’s why the defense of Taylor from inside these walls is so passionate among those who know him.
    — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Hadder is passionate about supporting Boise’s local raptor population, and a student of the region’s history in bringing back birds of prey.
    — Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of passionate

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“Blazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blazing. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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