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to set (something) on fire
worried that lightning will kindle the forest in the drought-stricken nature preserve
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Recent Examples of kindling
Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 29 Mar. 2025
That reassessment proved to be the creative kindling in her mind.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
For the latter application, the Loki-Nav can simply be left propped up beside the kindling with the magnifying glass set to the optimum sunlight-focusing angle.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 25 Feb. 2025
And this sheer madness provides enough kindling to light Tribal afire.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 11 Dec. 2024
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Noun
But then Littlejohn speaks, Zooming in from Big Mac in his red prison shirt, and Hood feels some spark of hope kindling.
—Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 29 Mar. 2025
That reassessment proved to be the creative kindling in her mind.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
For the latter application, the Loki-Nav can simply be left propped up beside the kindling with the magnifying glass set to the optimum sunlight-focusing angle.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 25 Feb. 2025
And this sheer madness provides enough kindling to light Tribal afire.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kindling
Noun
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Malanda's friends and family say the boy was riding to a nearby gas station to get fuel for his dirt bike when the crash occurred, according to The Charlotte Observer.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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And because there's no fuel requirement, there's also no propulsion system, so MACEDONAS has more room for whatever is being delivered.—
Julian Dossett,
Space.com,
12 June 2025
Verb
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The company built a retail and residential complex around the county’s Coconut Grove Metrorail station, and Martin also is pitching an incinerator site in western Miami-Dade as an alternative to the Levine Cava plan to rebuild the trash-burning facility in Doral.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
4 Jan. 2025
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Nearby sits a small wood-burning stove, which should be sufficient to heat the home.—
Adam Williams,
New Atlas,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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With Mercury stationing direct in Pisces — igniting your expressive fifth house of love, creativity and passion — everything from your hobbies to your romantic longings is getting back on track.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The Table Rock Fire has burned more than 13,000 acres total in South Carolina and North Carolina since igniting on March 21, the South Carolina Forestry Commission said Tuesday.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In response to Iran's expanding missile program, the U.S. recently sanctioned multiple individuals and entities in both Iran and China involved in procuring missile propellant materials.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Black House is seductively silky – the tap delivering my pint used nitrogen gas rather than the traditional propellant, carbon dioxide.—
Peter Rowe,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Lembas has plans beyond GLP-1 Edge to produce other ingredients that can impact wellbeing like sleep and energy.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Known for their unmatched energy and vibe, the Super Lounges bring audiences deeper into the music, delivering raw, unforgettable sets in a more personal setting.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
10 June 2025
Verb
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Stray animals are also at risk of suffering from heat exhaustion during scorching summers.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
Newsweek,
2 Jan. 2025
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Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently to avoid scorching the milk.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
28 Dec. 2024
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While the Marines are expected to avoid direct engagement with demonstrators, the symbolism of active-duty troops patrolling the streets of Los Angeles has reignited deep political tensions and legal debates over the limits of federal power.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
11 June 2025
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Money becomes power, and without clinical oversight, that power enables harmful behaviors.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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“Kindling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kindling. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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