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burning

[bur-ning] / ˈbɜr nɪŋ /






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Scientists fear it will exacerbate the heat of a planet already warming from burning fossil fuels, while amping up weather extremes.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Documents seen by the BBC show an incident of "burning" in one of the plane's main power panels in 2022.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Soon after the faults, residents nearby recorded videos of a fire burning at the base of the tower, which is known as M16T1.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Stir often to avoid burning the spices, which will result in a bitter taste.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

It was burning merrily in a nest of unscythed dry grass.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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