as in campfire
a large outdoor fire
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Recent Examples of bonfire
The nose presents an assertive mix of bonfire smoke, iodine, and smoldering oak, alongside vanilla, toffee, and ripe tropical fruit.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
And not just because one of the leading contestants torched himself and his political livelihood in a bonfire of hubris and stupidity.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls Summer brings swimmers, bikers, and other outdoors enthusiasts to this popular four-season resort; in winter, ski lifts transform into scenic rides, and families enjoy Saturday night bonfires with s'mores.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
During a clip shown to fashion executive Kaylee at one bonfire, her gregarious fitness coach boyfriend Summit is dared in a game to kiss somebody in his villa.
—Todd Gilchrist, IndieWire, 7 May 2026
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
And not just because one of the leading contestants torched himself and his political livelihood in a bonfire of hubris and stupidity.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls Summer brings swimmers, bikers, and other outdoors enthusiasts to this popular four-season resort; in winter, ski lifts transform into scenic rides, and families enjoy Saturday night bonfires with s'mores.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
During a clip shown to fashion executive Kaylee at one bonfire, her gregarious fitness coach boyfriend Summit is dared in a game to kiss somebody in his villa.
—Todd Gilchrist, IndieWire, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonfire
Noun
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A little play tent with a play campfire had been thoughtfully set up for my kids in the living room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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This ultralight option packs down surprisingly small while still offering a comfortable place to relax around the campfire.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The wildfire spread to the roof of an eight-unit apartment building at the complex and caused significant damage.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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In place of the ancient forest was a shorn land besieged by uncontrollable wildfires, prone to land-slides and erosion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The inflationary forest fire that many expected to see has yet to ignite.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Having been orphaned and losing his home in a forest fire, Smokey was rescued by UC Davis, according to the city of Folsom.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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“Bonfire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonfire. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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