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as in infernos
a destructive burning
a number of suspicious fires in the neighborhood recently
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as in ordeals
a test of faith, patience, or strength
asked to be sent to the front lines, as he was eager to prove himself in the fire of battle
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as in shoots
to cause (a projectile) to be driven forward with force
police officers firing rubber bullets
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as in stimulates
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
a school outing to the natural history museum fired his imagination, and he grew up to become an eminent paleontologist
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as in sacks
to let go from office, service, or employment
fired the secretary for incompetence
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as in throws
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
fired a pass to the running back
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as in burns
to set (something) on fire
lit some kindling before attempting to fire the logs
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Recent Examples of fires
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
The man was linked to three fires and arrested on suspicion of arson, according to the sheriff’s office.
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Jason Green,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
Álef is where Mediterranean cuisine shines, with wood fires and terrace dining at the forefront.
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Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.
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Ca Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Explosions and fires rocked the Piper Alpha oil production platform in the North Sea, destroying it.
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USA Today,
24 June 2026
Some people remember seeing fires starting above the water, with no idea how this clash of elements was even scientifically possible.
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Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
Fallout from the fires Officials advise residents to keep doors and windows closed, set air conditioning systems to recirculate indoor air, and reduce outdoor activity if smoke is present.
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Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
Angel City fires coach Angel City FC fired coach Alex Straus on Wednesday after a little more than a year on the job.
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Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Less than eight minutes after falling behind, Keito Nakamura fires a strike into the net, bouncing off his teammate Daizen Maeda on the way in to tie things back up at one goal apiece.
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Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
Tshabalala’s thunderous strike sends the ball rocketing into the top right corner of Óscar Pérez’s net and fires the tournament hosts ahead, as the blaring drone of vuvuzelas is – somehow – drowned out by a roar heard across the country.
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Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
The acceleration fires the propellant into space as a spray (hence the name).
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Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
9 June 2026
After spending a day with the hands, Rip decides that Chet has to go and fires him.
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Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
That individual allegedly fires several shots, striking at least one other person.
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Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Kuna fires out, abandoned home burns Smoke poured out of two fires in Kuna on Thursday, said James Trumble, the Kuna Rural Fire District’s assistant chief.
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Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2026
Noun
Over the last two weeks, fires have popped up in an open space area in the eastern part of the Denver metro area very close to homes.
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Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
The man was linked to three fires and arrested on suspicion of arson, according to the sheriff’s office.
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Jason Green,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
Álef is where Mediterranean cuisine shines, with wood fires and terrace dining at the forefront.
—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.
—
Ca Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 June 2026
Explosions and fires rocked the Piper Alpha oil production platform in the North Sea, destroying it.
—
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Some people remember seeing fires starting above the water, with no idea how this clash of elements was even scientifically possible.
—
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
Fallout from the fires Officials advise residents to keep doors and windows closed, set air conditioning systems to recirculate indoor air, and reduce outdoor activity if smoke is present.
—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
Verb
Soufiane Rahimi crosses from the left of the box to Gessime Yassine near the right post, and Yassine fires it in at the 89th minute.
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Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
Angel City fires coach Angel City FC fired coach Alex Straus on Wednesday after a little more than a year on the job.
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Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Less than eight minutes after falling behind, Keito Nakamura fires a strike into the net, bouncing off his teammate Daizen Maeda on the way in to tie things back up at one goal apiece.
—
Jim Barnes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
Tshabalala’s thunderous strike sends the ball rocketing into the top right corner of Óscar Pérez’s net and fires the tournament hosts ahead, as the blaring drone of vuvuzelas is – somehow – drowned out by a roar heard across the country.
—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
The acceleration fires the propellant into space as a spray (hence the name).
—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
9 June 2026
After spending a day with the hands, Rip decides that Chet has to go and fires him.
—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
That individual allegedly fires several shots, striking at least one other person.
—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Kuna fires out, abandoned home burns Smoke poured out of two fires in Kuna on Thursday, said James Trumble, the Kuna Rural Fire District’s assistant chief.
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Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fires
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Now, infernos sweep through populous towns and cities.
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Meanwhile, Phillips said, victims are left to live with the impacts of the perpetrators’ actions — with the survivors in this case forced to continue to relive their ordeals as the case continues on to the Court of Appeal.
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And for that matter, how could adults accurately account for such ordeals?
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Jalen Brunson shoots between Julian Champagnie and Victor Wembanyama in Game Two of the NBA Finals.
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As David and Agent Greer leave with Matthew, Hayden shoots his mother and flees with Rachel.
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Continue reading … REALITY CHECK — Jeffries blasts 'skyrocketing' fuel costs and gets an awkward on-air reminder.
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It’s lit up in patriotic red, white, and blue, and sometimes blasts Vegas-nightclub-style spotlights into the sky.
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Cryotherapy–brief exposure to very low temperatures–stimulates circulation and helps soothe sore muscles.
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The mature, honest dialogue offers a sense of resolve, ushering you into a pleasant space that stimulates you to nurture yourself.
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Manning, back for what is probably his final season, is on the short list of best returning quarterbacks in the country and edge rusher Colin Simmons won the SEC sacks title with 12.
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Riley Moss sacks a scrambling Trevor Lawrence on third-and-4 for a 1-yard loss.
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Loro Piana throws a good party.
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There was an emphasis on Willis making pocket throws during the offseason program, too.
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Kishnani’s now 48 but the exclusion still burns.
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Destined only to be savoured as a dream, while the world still burns around you.
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“Fires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fires. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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