as in burning
to set (something) on fire
police suspect that the owner torched the house for the insurance money
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Recent Examples of torching
In 1992, the Serbian military burned down the National and University Library of Bosnia and Herzegovina, torching thousands of historic manuscripts.
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Ryan Byrnes, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
The two reminisce in their childhood bedroom over a joint and bond as siblings over their respective failures in life before torching the place.
—Andrew Bernard, The Washington Examiner, 3 Oct. 2025
You’ll be escorted through a discreet door into a dark and moody dining den to gather around a 14-seat communal table, where the chefs will lead you through a multi-course omakase experience, torching, rolling and dashing bites with surprising toppings.
—Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
Mobs retaliated by torching buildings, looting banks and shops, and attacking politicians in their homes.
—Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 20 Sep. 2025
He's done a remarkable job as quarterback Lamar Jackson's co-star, torching defenses with their athleticism and physicality in the run game.
—Richard Pereira, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
At the time, Stewart backed Colbert, joining a chorus of voices torching CBS.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
Boise State football got the train back on the tracks last Friday night, torching Eastern Washington 51-14 in the Broncos’ home opener to get to 1-1 on the season.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Sep. 2025
Or Justin Herbert torching a Steve Spagnuolo defense for 318 yards and three passing touchdowns?
—Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Ryan Byrnes, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025
The two reminisce in their childhood bedroom over a joint and bond as siblings over their respective failures in life before torching the place.
—Andrew Bernard, The Washington Examiner, 3 Oct. 2025
You’ll be escorted through a discreet door into a dark and moody dining den to gather around a 14-seat communal table, where the chefs will lead you through a multi-course omakase experience, torching, rolling and dashing bites with surprising toppings.
—Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2025
Mobs retaliated by torching buildings, looting banks and shops, and attacking politicians in their homes.
—Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 20 Sep. 2025
He's done a remarkable job as quarterback Lamar Jackson's co-star, torching defenses with their athleticism and physicality in the run game.
—Richard Pereira, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
At the time, Stewart backed Colbert, joining a chorus of voices torching CBS.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
Boise State football got the train back on the tracks last Friday night, torching Eastern Washington 51-14 in the Broncos’ home opener to get to 1-1 on the season.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 Sep. 2025
Or Justin Herbert torching a Steve Spagnuolo defense for 318 yards and three passing touchdowns?
—Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for torching
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Cobalt, which can cause a burning sensation when handled, was one of the most common of these and is named for the kobold.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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The home features two wood-burning fireplaces, a mudroom and a recreational room, according to the listing.—
Francesca Pica,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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In the second quarter, the Blazers shot a scorching 9 of 11 from 3-point range.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
25 Oct. 2025
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Le Creuset Stoneware Heritage Rectangular Dish This baking dish is crafted from durable stone that maintains even temperatures and prevents scorching.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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So Hernandez was allowed to compete as a girl, become a national spectacle, and then play out a final high school volleyball season, igniting protests from opponents and teammates alike.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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But perhaps more importantly, Cork Tree helped the band become the therapists pumping through the speakers of a whole generation of skinny jean-wearing teens, igniting the pop-punk and emo music scene into a blazing force for the masses.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Torching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torching. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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