1
: a sudden outburst or intensification
a flare-up of hostilities
2
: a sudden bursting (as of a smoldering fire) into flame or light
a danger of flare-ups
3
: a sudden appearance or worsening of the symptoms of a disease or condition
an asthmatic flare-up
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took medication to prevent a flare-up of her asthma
there's no need for an angry flare-up, as we'll take care of the problem immediately
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Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025
Tyson and Paul repeatedly traded barbs and insults to each other leading up to the Nov. 15 boxing match, which was delayed by four months after the legendary former heavyweight champion was diagnosed with an ulcer flare-up.
—Danielle Jennings, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Another flare-up while playing for Team USA could hinder Matthews’ ability to be healthy down the stretch and into the playoffs.
—Jonas Siegel, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
The journalist noticed a major acne flare-up after using beef tallow for about a week.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 20 Jan. 2025
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flare-up
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: a sudden appearance or worsening of the symptoms of a disease or condition
an asthmatic flare-up
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