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1
as in to infuriate
to make angry
the newspaper editorial inflamed her enough to inspire her to dash off a letter to the editor
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2
as in to ignite
to set (something) on fire
a carelessly tossed cigarette inflamed the papers in the trash can
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Recent Examples of inflame
Health problems caused by ozone may include coughing, difficulty breathing, and inflamed and damaged airways, according to the agency.
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Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
The latest strike is likely to further inflame regional tensions and fuel more questions about the legality of the US operations.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
In men, the STI can inflame the epididymis, also sometimes causing infertility.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Hollywood these days feels really fearful of enflaming conservative ire.
—David Amsden, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2025
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Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
The latest strike is likely to further inflame regional tensions and fuel more questions about the legality of the US operations.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
In men, the STI can inflame the epididymis, also sometimes causing infertility.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Hollywood these days feels really fearful of enflaming conservative ire.
—David Amsden, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inflame
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After Kibaki’s victory was declared, the president was inaugurated in a strange dusk ceremony that infuriated Odinga’s camp.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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The attack infuriated Italy and Italians, who were upset that the United States didn't hold accountable those involved in the mob.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Oct. 2025
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Just as the transistor ignited the digital revolution, fast, inexpensive, and scalable genome design and synthesis will ignite a biological one.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Oct. 2025
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While a note of caution echoed throughout the industry, exhibitors rose to the moment—showcasing innovative solutions that drive sustainability and efficiency, inspiring collections that ignite creativity, and breakthrough ingredients that enhance fabric performance.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 2025
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While one of her first moves — pushing specialized teachers into vacant classroom teaching jobs — angered the teachers' union, the new bonus for retirees was an idea that came from the union president, Ingrid Walker-Henry.—
Rory Linnane,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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This move had angered India, which pointed to China not getting punished despite its role as an even bigger importer of Russian energy.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Oct. 2025
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After Tietjen was shot several times, candles were lit around his body.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
18 Oct. 2025
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Together, their work lays the foundation for a future where clean mobility is powered by the very poles that light our streets.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
18 Oct. 2025
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Michael was similarly enraged by the support.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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The funniest part to me is that amid this violence — as someone is literally trying to kill him — the thing that enrages Beom-mo the most is when his wife’s top starts to slip down.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Oct. 2025
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First, a late substitution forced Napier to burn a timeout near the red zone just before the play clock ran out.—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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In the absence of cooking gas, nearly two-thirds of households have resorted to burning waste to cook meals, according to the UN.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
19 Oct. 2025
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Combining three different actives (AHAs, BHAs, and PHAs) in one product without totally irritating the skin seems like an impossible task, yet Some by Mi has accomplished it with this ease.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Oct. 2025
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Always dilute apple cider vinegar with water and drink through a straw to avoid damaging tooth enamel and irritating the esophagus.—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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Only the Tennessee Titans, who fired their head coach this week, have allowed more than the Bills’ nine rushing TDs.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Orbison's lawsuit was filed a day after a similar suit by a Rutherford County teacher fired over her social media posts following Kirk's death.—
Rachel Wegner,
Nashville Tennessean,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Inflame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inflame. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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