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flame

Pronunciation: [fleɪm]

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Learn how to use flame in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “nature”

(noun) a flame is a bright light and heat that comes from fire. It's what we see when something burns, like a candle or a campfire. Flames are usually orange or yellow.

Example

The flame from the candle danced in the night.

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There was no flame at all when the fire went out.

Example

What color is the flame when you light a match?

Context: “reaction”

(verb) to flame means to show strong feelings or to get very angry, often in a written way, like online. It is usually when people write upset comments to each other.

Example

She flamed the post because she cared about the issue being discussed.

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He chose not to flame anyone, even when he disagreed with their ideas.

Example

Why do some people flame others in the comments section?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) a flame can also mean a strong feeling of love or passion for someone. It's like having butterflies in your stomach when you're really excited about someone special.

Example

They felt a flame of love when they first met.

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After the argument, the flame between them seemed to fade.

Example

Do you think the flame of love can last forever?

How to pronounce flame

Pronunciation: [fleɪm]

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