as in to burn
to set (something) on fire
tried using newspapers as kindling to ignite the logs in the fireplace
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Recent Examples of ignite
Fire resistant plants take longer to ignite.
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The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Grease, crumbs and dust collect behind ovens, stoves, toasters and refrigerators, and grease buildup near heat sources can ignite quickly.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Without regular cleaning, a cooking flare-up on the stovetop can ignite the grease sitting just above it, turning a small kitchen accident into a serious one.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
But, as Kansas City prepares to host World Cup matches this summer, potentially drawing thousands of international fans, Johnson’s argument appeared to ignite at least a small desire for change in Jefferson City.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
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The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Grease, crumbs and dust collect behind ovens, stoves, toasters and refrigerators, and grease buildup near heat sources can ignite quickly.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026
Without regular cleaning, a cooking flare-up on the stovetop can ignite the grease sitting just above it, turning a small kitchen accident into a serious one.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
But, as Kansas City prepares to host World Cup matches this summer, potentially drawing thousands of international fans, Johnson’s argument appeared to ignite at least a small desire for change in Jefferson City.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ignite
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The two fires burn as Florida is in the peak of wildfire season, according to the state’s Department of Emergency Management.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2026
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Jason Stepp, the division chief of operations for the Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue department, said about noon that the southwest portion of the fire is under control, while the northwest portion continues to actively burn and spread.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2026
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All that matters at this reservation-only pizzeria is the crust, a technical marvel of puff, bulge and scorch.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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Officials said the fire has scorched at least 5,000 acres as of Monday morning.—
Sergio Candido,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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Southampton’s team arrived at St Mary’s amid a sea of red smoke from the flares lit by the thousands of fans who had lined the street to greet them.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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The place was brightly lit and sparingly decorated, with clusters of books that made no sense.—
Francesco Pacifico,
The Dial,
12 May 2026
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The resulting glut of insulin can inflame tissues all across the body, and over time, this can weaken the immune system and contribute to all manner of chronic diseases, including cancer and heart disease.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
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Asthma is a chronic condition that inflames the airways and can make breathing difficult.—
Sanja Jelic,
Verywell Health,
29 Apr. 2026
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Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA, a surprising comeback after the former Navy SEAL was fired last May for defending the agency’s existence amid calls to dismantle it.—
Gabriela Aoun Angueira,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The outlet reported that in 2020, Brown fired multiple rounds at Boston police officers while already on probation in a separate case.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
12 May 2026
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“Ignite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ignite. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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