as in burned
to shine with a bright harsh light
floodlights flaring into the forbidding empty spaces surrounding the prison
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Recent Examples of flared
Yet controversy flared when Cafe Del Mar installed artificial turf in its outdoor dining area.
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Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
Ryan has some lower back inflammation that flared up before he was supposed to pitch in his first spring game.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 28 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
Videos of the deposition were released by attorneys representing residents affected by the Palisades Fire as part of the ongoing investigation into the origins of the Lachman Fire, which flared back up and became the Palisades Fire.
—Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 27 Feb. 2026
Escalating tensions flared into open conflict as Pakistan’s defense minister said his country’s patience with the Taliban had run out.
—Shaiq Hussain, Washington Post, 27 Feb. 2026
Four professional soccer matches in Mexico were postponed Sunday after violence flared near Guadalajara — one of the country’s host cities for the 2026 World Cup — in the wake of a military operation that left the cartel leader dead.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Tensions flared again last winter when Martin ordered the removal of altar rails and kneelers during communion.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
Ryan has some lower back inflammation that flared up before he was supposed to pitch in his first spring game.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 28 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
Videos of the deposition were released by attorneys representing residents affected by the Palisades Fire as part of the ongoing investigation into the origins of the Lachman Fire, which flared back up and became the Palisades Fire.
—Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 27 Feb. 2026
Escalating tensions flared into open conflict as Pakistan’s defense minister said his country’s patience with the Taliban had run out.
—Shaiq Hussain, Washington Post, 27 Feb. 2026
Four professional soccer matches in Mexico were postponed Sunday after violence flared near Guadalajara — one of the country’s host cities for the 2026 World Cup — in the wake of a military operation that left the cartel leader dead.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Tensions flared again last winter when Martin ordered the removal of altar rails and kneelers during communion.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2026
The Armada stands out from other SUVs significantly, as its fenders are flared and boasts Lava Red accents.
—Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flared
Verb
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Some discussions may get a little heated, but sticking to the facts should cool them off before anyone gets burned.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Dessert highlights include Basque burnt cheesecake with warm sherry caramel or espresso flan.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Sludge subjected to a fire burning at 1,550 degrees Fahrenheit glowed bright orange.—
Alex Kuffner,
The Providence Journal,
3 Mar. 2026
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What if the warm beacon of home glowed with the patriotic colors of a mid-tier gas station logo?—
Sadie Sartini Garner,
Pitchfork,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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From the front passenger seat, Orlando businessman Jimmy Hewitt turned around and glared at Williams.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
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Jokić glared at Williams before the two were eventually separated.—
Mike Prada,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That law does not say the driver’s license itself must be flashed.—
Jim Radcliffe,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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The interesting name in the mix is Elliss, a 22-year-old 2023 third-round pick who’s flashed big-time pass-rush potential when healthy but has been banged up through his two years in Denver.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
4 Mar. 2026
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At least as memorable was a New Year’s Eve show at the Tune Inn in downtown New Haven where the band blazed brightly.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
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The hotel had announced its intention to reopen by March 5 back in February, days after a two-alarm fire blazed through the walls of a third-floor bathroom and attic space in the historic Alexander Agassiz manor, central to the resort.—
Savana Dunning,
The Providence Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Another video shows Archie, 6, feeding a rhinoceros at the zoo while his red hair gleamed in the sunlight.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
18 Jan. 2026
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The china gleamed, the Waterford sparkled, and the silver was polished.—
Peter Folan,
Boston Herald,
27 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Finish with a cremaet, Valencian coffee flamed with rum infused with lemon and cinnamon.—
Siobhan Reid,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Dec. 2025
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Look for notes of cherry, brown sugar, black pepper, pipe tobacco, leather, and flamed orange peel.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
22 Dec. 2025
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