fire

Example Sentences

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The Philippines is routinely struck by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions because it lies on the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, where there is increased seismic activity.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said "significant fire damage" was caused to the property and the fire spread to a neighbouring property.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The Fire defense smothered her, and while Erica Wheeler and Ogwumike made some shots early, the Sparks mostly didn’t make Portland pay for doubling up their star.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Although “The Fire Agent” is based on Ernst’s history, not all of the facts are congruent.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

If a solar flare hadn’t shifted the comet off course a week earlier, we’d be watching Fire Snake harmlessly pass Earth in a few days like it had since the beginning of time.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera