burning

Example Sentences

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That means the company anticipates burning $85 billion that year even after almost doubling sales from the prior year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The Springs Fire is burning near Moreno Valley and Perris in Riverside County and has forced evacuations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Seasonal agricultural burning, forest fires and weather patterns produce an annual pollution season across much of Southeast Asia.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

There was a persistent burning smell in the air.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Akira ran into a burning pine tree and bounced away, crying out in pain from the sting of the flames.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz