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sparker

noun

Definition of sparker

as in spark

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Recent Examples of sparker Set in 2003, The Social Network dramatized the events surrounding Mark Zuckerberg’s (Jesse Eisenberg) founding of Facebook and the subsequent lawsuits it sparker, including one from his former Harvard friend Eduardo Saverin (Garfield). — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2025 Nolan's robust franchise-sparker continues to astonish, thanks largely to practical effects work and the director's expert melding of the art house and the multiplex. — Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 17 Feb. 2023 The album is not only a masterpiece of creativity but also a sparker of it. — Vogue, 9 Nov. 2022 From there, a tiny, novel sparker inside the chamber ignites the gas, propelling the RoboBee out of the water. — IEEE Spectrum, 27 Oct. 2017 The plate then converts water into oxy-hydrogen (a combustible gas that used to be widely used) which ignites a sparker, shooting the robot into the air. — Lauren Sigfusson, Discover Magazine, 26 Oct. 2017

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Noun

Even minor sparks or drifting embers can incite nearby foliage or grass, setting off a rapidly spreading fire.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
But as soon as Rena Owen comes to the fore as Tala, Moana’s spirited grandmother (an elderly rebel who’s going to set this tale in motion), her playful aging-hippie spark connects.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 8 July 2026

Definition of spark

Noun

The move is contentious, with environmentalists supporting the removal, while tribes and horse lovers are heartbroken.

— Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Boating rules Sacramento’s local waterways are an valuable resource for boat-lovers in the area, but changing water conditions and strong currents require operators to stay alert.

— Haley Parsley July 9, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of lover

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Schwarber and Harper will be the hometown favorites among the Philadelphia crowd; Schwarber is also the favorite to win the contest.

— Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026
Kylo's adoption fee was fully paid for in memory of Jim Ehrig, a fan favorite of Kylo's who passed away.

— Michelle Richardson, CBS News, 13 July 2026

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