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burned

ADJECTIVE
marked by fire or intense heat
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ADJECTIVE
consumed
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Climate activists are urging movie stars to fly economy or take the train to Cannes after saying private jets burned two millions of litres of kerosene getting them to the film festival last year.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

“I was feeling stuck, burned out, ready for change.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Mr. Pratt has aptly attacked Ms. Bass for mismanagement, especially on the wildfires, which burned down his home.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

But that may ultimately help reelect the mayor who he believes burned his house down.

From Slate • May 9, 2026

It was hard to say no to eyes that burned with fever, hands that shook with chill.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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