smolder
Example Sentences
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He had come to take pictures of the smoldering volcano, and his camera was out and ready.
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Firefighters went to those areas and dug out smoldering material so it could cool, officials said.
From Los Angeles Times
“My dad taught me,” said Akira, and an ember of worry smoldered in her stomach as she wondered again if he was okay.
From Literature
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The Times found that a battalion chief ordered firefighters to roll up their hoses and leave the burn area despite complaints by crews that the ground was still smoldering.
From Los Angeles Times
She didn’t think the smoldering warranted particular concern, given the fire had just been contained a few hours earlier.
From Los Angeles Times
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