forest fire

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forest fire
Noun
  • The man suspected of fatally shooting two firefighters and wounding a third after luring them to a brush fire in northern Idaho on Sunday was identified by authorities as Wess Roley, 20.
    David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 1 July 2025
  • Idaho shooting The two firefighters who were fatally shot on Sunday while responding to a brush fire in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, have been identified.
    Jade Walker, CNN Money, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • Despite the devastating wildfires that tore through the historic town of Lahaina in 2023, T+L readers showed their love of Maui by voting it the number one island in Hawaii this year.
    John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
  • Last week, the military announced about 200 of those troops would be returned to their units to fight wildfires.
    Christopher Weber, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • These adorable 4-ounce Yeti Rambler cups are perfect for a shot of espresso in the morning—and a shot of whiskey by the campfire.
    Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 July 2025
  • The thrilling rodeo showcased the talents of both the horses and their riders The thrilling rodeo showcased the talents of both the horses and their riders Westgate River Ranch The experience culminates around a communal campfire.
    Griff Griffin, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
Noun
  • The holiday celebrates the beginning of summer and is celebrated with hilltop bonfires and dancing.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
  • This product is flammable, so make sure not to spray it near a grill or bonfire, Vanchinathan said.
    Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 20 June 2025
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“Forest fire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forest%20fire. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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