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afire

[uh-fahyuhr] / əˈfaɪər /
ADJECTIVE
on fire
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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In “The Penguin” Cristin Milioti’s Sofia Falcone marks her transition from the dutiful mobster’s demure daughter to a siren afire with vengeance.

From Salon • Dec. 27, 2024

Then, there is allrounder Glenn Maxwell, who set the tournament afire with two stunning knocks.

From Washington Times • Nov. 13, 2023

When the vinyl chloride that spilled out as a result of the derailment was set afire, dioxin likely contaminated the people, soil and homes of the town for generations to come.

From Washington Post • Mar. 1, 2023

“Space Loneliness No. 2” creates a frequency and vibration that sets me afire.

From New York Times • Jan. 4, 2023

“As dry as it is now, we’ll be running a risk of setting the woods afire if there’s much old grass around the place.”

From "Old Yeller" by Fred Gipson