KINDLING Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of kindling

as in fuel

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verb

present participle of kindle

as in burning

to set (something) on fire worried that lightning will kindle the forest in the drought-stricken nature preserve

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Noun

Then her husband, Kasoun, covers his hands in towels and picks up the metal tray with the kindling, bricks and clay pot and places it outside. — Diaa Hadid, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026 The Dodgers entered Saturday with the best record in MLB and leading the National League in several offensive categories, and the Texas Rangers continued to add kindling to the fire. — Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2026

Verb

The Lakers picked up steam down the stretch in the regular season, winning 16 of 18 heading into April and kindling hope of being a dark-horse candidate to give trouble to the Thunder or Spurs in the playoffs. — ABC News, 12 May 2026 Rather than have their payroll and egos be kindling for clubhouse dysfunction, the Dodgers have found a formula to keep their winning ways going. — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kindling

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Noun

Fundraising followed to raise just enough fuel to reach the next milestone.

— Michael Wee, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
These supply-chain upheavals have mounted pressures on certain industries like aviation, where jet fuel costs have soared, and agriculture, which has dealt with shortages of key chemicals used in fertilizers as a result of Strait of Hormuz closures.

— Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of fuel

Verb

Rooms at the Villa Miloer have ethanol-burning fireplaces, potted orchids, and cocoa silk-tweed sofas with suede pillows.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026
This means guests have panoramic views of Three Mile Harbor, while inside, high ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace offer a relaxing atmosphere year-round.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of burning

Noun

The availability of propellant would be far greater there than in Boca Chica or Florida.

— Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026
The German defense contractor is one of the world's largest ammunition manufacturers and one of the few manufacturers to cover the entire value chain, from the gunpowder propellant to the bullet casing.

— Elsa Ohlen,Greg Kennedy, CNBC, 23 July 2026

Definition of propellant

Verb

Now, authorities say a man is responsible for starting one of those fires — and has admitted to igniting multiple previous blazes in the same area dating back to last year, according to prosecutors.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Evacuation orders were lifted Saturday morning for the Ridge fire that jumped over the 5 Freeway on Friday afternoon after igniting in Gorman, prompting lane closures and heavy traffic delays through the Grapevine.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of igniting

Noun

His brand shone as a symbol of national pride and soft power.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
Damianos also hailed the entry of French investment company Meridiam as a backer to the Great Seas Interconnector project, an electricity cable that will connect Europe’s power grid with that of Cyprus and eventually Israel.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of power

Noun

Scientists are curious about the sun's inner workings to better track massive bursts of energy called coronal mass ejections that can hurl toward Earth.

— CBS News, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
Saudi energy infrastructure has been the target of Iranian attacks, and the uncertainty over the status of the Strait of Hormuz has had a dramatic effect on the movement – and price – of oil drilled in the Middle East.

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of energy

Verb

The scorching temperatures and persistent droughts in June and July mutually reinforced each other to create a hot weather spiral, according to Samantha Burgess, strategic lead for climate at the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts.

— Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Offering optimal freedom of movement and endless styling, the Lomon Wide-leg Capri Pants instantly elevate any outfit while keeping you cool and comfortable on scorching travel days when any other bottoms start to cling.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2026

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