flare-up

Example Sentences

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In this more recent flare-up, China's foreign ministry said that Takaichi's remarks were "a gross interference in China's internal affairs".

From BBC

As a standard precaution, the hoses had been left there in case hidden embers sparked a flare-up.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, underlying issues remain unresolved, suggesting a continued risk of a flare-up in tensions between Beijing and Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal

Most important, the leaders said they would hit pause on measures that fueled the latest flare-up.

From Barron's

If he sits out, there could be another flare-up.

From BBC