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as in flurries
a sudden and usually temporary growth of activity
took medication to prevent a flare-up of her asthma
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as in explosions
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
there's no need for an angry flare-up, as we'll take care of the problem immediately
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Recent Examples of flare-ups
Days are pockmarked with flare-ups and altercations between federal agents and residents.
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Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
In the case of eczema, for example, a decline in beneficial Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria bacteria can make flare-ups worse.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 23 Jan. 2026
The San Marcos Fire Department said crews will remain on scene to monitor the unit and address any potential flare-ups until it can be fully decommissioned.
—Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Luckily, there's a wellspring of soothing moisturizers and thick body creams on the market that target the symptoms of eczema and ease flare-ups.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 20 Jan. 2026
This helps to maintain healthy gut function and avoid chronic symptom flare-ups like bloating, stomach discomfort and general inflammation.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
To avoid flare-ups, develop consistent sleep habits, manage stress, engage in regular physical activity, and maintain a consistent daily schedule.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 16 Jan. 2026
Sills said that the COVID-era lessons around nimble outbreak responses have helped teams react to more recent flare-ups.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 10 Jan. 2026
Its anti-inflammatory action also strengthens the epidermis, helping prevent redness and flare-ups.
—Alice Abbiadati, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
In the case of eczema, for example, a decline in beneficial Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria bacteria can make flare-ups worse.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 23 Jan. 2026
The San Marcos Fire Department said crews will remain on scene to monitor the unit and address any potential flare-ups until it can be fully decommissioned.
—Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Luckily, there's a wellspring of soothing moisturizers and thick body creams on the market that target the symptoms of eczema and ease flare-ups.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 20 Jan. 2026
This helps to maintain healthy gut function and avoid chronic symptom flare-ups like bloating, stomach discomfort and general inflammation.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
To avoid flare-ups, develop consistent sleep habits, manage stress, engage in regular physical activity, and maintain a consistent daily schedule.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 16 Jan. 2026
Sills said that the COVID-era lessons around nimble outbreak responses have helped teams react to more recent flare-ups.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 10 Jan. 2026
Its anti-inflammatory action also strengthens the epidermis, helping prevent redness and flare-ups.
—Alice Abbiadati, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flare-ups
Noun
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Snow flurries were reported in Tampa and Sarasota, and the thermometer dropped to 30 degrees at Miami International Airport on Christmas Day 1989.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
29 Jan. 2026
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For the most part, the flurries will be light and not expected to cause problems, although there is a low chance for light snow accumulations — a tenth or two of an inch — along the Iowa and Missouri border, the weather service said.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Jan. 2026
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In addition to tremors emanating from within the planet, these sensors detect explosions, traffic vibrations and even the vocalizations made by whales in the oceans.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Ultimately, however, the shuttle flew a total of 135 missions with two explosions, resulting in 14 total casualties.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
23 Jan. 2026
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Norovirus outbreaks lead to mass quarantining and can halt all activities, shows, entertainment, and congregating in communal areas.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2026
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Applications include spot-spraying of weeds, application of nutrients to specific plant zones, and treating disease outbreaks with minimal chemical usage and zero overspray.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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These comments are not isolated outbursts.—
Andrew Weinstein,
Time,
28 Jan. 2026
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The film shows how Davidson, with the help of friends played by Maxine Peake and Peter Mullan — the latter who is nominated in BAFTA’s Supporting Actor category — learned how to try and control his outbursts.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2026
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The team layered multiple types of hydrogels, including water-rich, conductive materials, in a precise pattern that mimics the ionic processes electric eels use to produce bursts of electricity.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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At Café Pasqual’s, the James Beard Award-winning eatery in the heart of downtown, every dish bursts with the vibrant flavors of organic, farm-to-table ingredients.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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After eruptions in the 18th century buried farmland under ash, growers adapted by digging large pits called hoyos.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Much of the production is supremely pleasant to listen to, but just as hazy and confused as the plot, splitting between spacey expanses of synth and dramatic eruptions.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
22 Jan. 2026
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Load your car with winter travel gear, including tire chains, ice scraper/snowbrush, jumper cables, and road flares.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
26 Jan. 2026
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First, are all the flares on the sun produced as an avalanche?—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Tracy’s script skewers the hollow moral language of powerful corporate elites like Stone’s character, while also probing the anger and alienation driving Teddy and Don, treating their bonkers beliefs with both satire and unsettling flashes of emotional truth.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Jan. 2026
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Those flickers or flashes were used to show intrusive thoughts or moments of wonder.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Flare-ups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flare-ups. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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