flames

Example Sentences

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That Anaia and Racine’s journey is born in flames is no accident.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

As the smoke and flames spread when the fire broke out, authorities began to issue evacuation warnings ahead of its path on Monday.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

After being lit, Keenan said it resulted in an "explosion of flames".

From BBC • May 13, 2026

"On May 4, two unidentified aircraft struck the outer plate of the port-side ballast tank at the stern of the HMM Namu at roughly one-minute intervals, causing flames and smoke," he said.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

As they walked, Akira looked back at the orange flames that filled the valley behind them.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz