burns
Prononciation : [bɜrnz]
Contexte : « physical action »
(verb) to create fire or heat something. When something burns, it is heated up so much that it catches fire and makes flames. You can burn wood in a fireplace, or food in an oven if you cook it for too long.
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The campfire burns brightly at night, keeping us warm.
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The cake burns if you leave it in the oven too long.
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What happens if you burn the toast?
Contexte : « emotion or sensation »
(verb) to feel a strong sensation of heat or pain. When you touch something very hot, it can burn your skin and hurt a lot. It can also mean feeling really strong emotions, like anger.
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She felt a warm burn in her chest when she heard the good news.
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He didn't feel any burn when he accidentally brushed against the hot pan.
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Does it burn when you touch the hot metal?
Contexte : « injury »
(noun) an injury caused by heat or fire. A burn happens when the skin gets hurt by something really hot, like fire or boiling water.
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He got a small burn on his hand from the hot stove, but it wasn't serious.
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She didn't have any burns on her skin after cooking dinner.
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How deep is the burn on your arm?
Contexte : « a process or activity »
(verb) to use up fuel or energy in a specific way, like burning calories when you exercise. This means to spend energy which helps your body.
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Running can help you burn a lot of calories quickly.
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Sitting all day does not burn much energy.
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How many calories do you burn when you go for a walk?