afire

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Further back, an immense 1859 storm known as the Carrington Event set afire recording tape at telegraph stations.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2025

Then, there is allrounder Glenn Maxwell, who set the tournament afire with two stunning knocks.

From Washington Times • Nov. 13, 2023

And in the mid-infrared, when space itself looks afire because of glowing molecules called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons that are produced by aging stars, colors again get wonky.

From New York Times • Jul. 12, 2022

Capitol since British troops set it afire on Aug. 24, 1814.

From Washington Post • Aug. 6, 2021

Madam ran upstairs, screaming like a house afire.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson