spark
Example Sentences
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There isn’t expected to be any big fire danger, although small grass fires could spark as a result of the wind event.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
Deploying new assets requires rounds of consultations and port calls by American warships can spark protests.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
They need Andy Roberton on one side and Gannon-Doak on the other whipping in crosses that spark mayhem.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Blankfein added that the long period without a financial crisis cleansing process meant ”you accumulate tinder on the floor of the forest and eventually a spark will come.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
The crowd “ooohs” and “ahhs” appropriately, but a few in the front gasp in surprise when the massive sign above the gates begins to sputter and spark.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.