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to set (something) on fire
worried that lightning will kindle the forest in the drought-stricken nature preserve
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Adam Williams, New Atlas, 24 July 2024
Stan Everhart looked out from his backyard in Sun City Lincoln Hills and saw an open field — green and lush in the rainy seasons and more like dry kindling in the summer, peppered with a few trees along the horizon and the occasional rabbit sprinting through.
—Elise Fisher, Sacramento Bee, 18 July 2024
There’s no need to supply any logs or kindling, as it’s powered by a propane tank that stays hidden from sight.
—Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2024
The book is welcome reassurance that someone might be courageous and capable enough to run toward the fire that’s making kindling of our democracy.
—Amanda Uhle, Washington Post, 9 July 2024
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There's some seating and a wood-burning stove, as well as a storage area with a trashcan and kindling and other assorted supplies.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 24 July 2024
Stan Everhart looked out from his backyard in Sun City Lincoln Hills and saw an open field — green and lush in the rainy seasons and more like dry kindling in the summer, peppered with a few trees along the horizon and the occasional rabbit sprinting through.
—Elise Fisher, Sacramento Bee, 18 July 2024
There’s no need to supply any logs or kindling, as it’s powered by a propane tank that stays hidden from sight.
—Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2024
The book is welcome reassurance that someone might be courageous and capable enough to run toward the fire that’s making kindling of our democracy.
—Amanda Uhle, Washington Post, 9 July 2024
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Then, the engine burns the mix of fuel and air, releasing heat.Michael Leamy, Discover Magazine, 2 Nov. 2024
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At the time, Daylight Saving Time was believed to help conserve fuel, but nowadays many believe that the shift is necessary to conserve energy.Gina Park, CNN, 2 Nov. 2024
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The full system requires more than 10 million pounds of propellant for launch.Michael Sheetz, NBC News, 13 Oct. 2024
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With no propellant in the tank, the Europa Clipper weighs about 7,145 pounds.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 11 Oct. 2024
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As Pluto reenters your sign on November 19, a transformative energy returns and may push you to evolve in profound ways.Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
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President Harris is one where American manufacturing continues to deteriorate, stifling electrical vehicle mandates destroy the American auto industry, oil and natural gas restrictions lead to skyrocketing energy prices, and mass spending once again brings crippling inflation.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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Yet still the power of those who govern benefits some to the detriment of others.Leslie Smith Reeves Faith Matters, arkansasonline.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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China is seen as the most influential economic power in Southeast Asia; however, Beijing has territorial disputes in the South China Sea with ASEAN, a 10-nation bloc that includes the Philippines and Vietnam.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Kindling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kindling. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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