flammable

Example Sentences

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The chemicals inside the batteries can release flammable gases when exposed to high temperatures or physical damage, according to the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone that killing off the deer — which reduce flammable material through grazing — could increase wildfire risk.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Hassan Khan, a spokesperson for Rescue 1122 in Karachi, told BBC Urdu the shopping centre contains flammable materials such as plastic foam, cloth, carpets and perfume.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

In 2015, blasts at warehouses containing flammable chemicals in the port city of Tianjin killed more than 170 people and injured 700 others.

From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026

“Gee, that went well,” Adina snarked to Mary Lou as they searched for anything remotely flammable.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray