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as in flaming
being on fire
the inflamed hillsides in one of the largest wildfires in the state's history
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2
as in angry
feeling or showing anger
he gets red-faced when he's inflamed enough
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also enflamed
1
as in angered
to make angry
the newspaper editorial inflamed her enough to inspire her to dash off a letter to the editor
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as in burnt
to set (something) on fire
a carelessly tossed cigarette inflamed the papers in the trash can
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Recent Examples of inflamed
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
This happens when the bursa, which is the protective padding where the tendon meets bone, becomes inflamed, Thomas adds.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
My skin was out of control thanks to angry, inflamed cystic breakouts and a plethora of blackheads that coated my nose.
—Allure, 27 Nov. 2024
When plaque builds on your teeth, your gums become irritated and inflamed (known as gingivitis).
—Katie Camero, SELF, 27 Nov. 2024
The arid conditions dry out the mucus in your sinuses, which can cause the sinus walls to become swollen or inflamed, while drying out the skin inside the throat and nasal passages.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
Most of the human H5N1 infections reported in the United States have had red, inflamed eyes as an early symptom, suggesting that’s where the virus entered the body.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Since Hamas’ attack on Israel October 7, 2023, and the ensuing war in Gaza, statements from students, professors and administrators related to the conflict have inflamed college campuses across the United States.
—Taylor Galgano, CNN, 13 Nov. 2024
The cells travel to injury sites or inflamed body parts to release several natural regenerative and growth factors.
—Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2024
Verb
When mucus linings are inflamed or dried out, blood vessels become exposed.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
This happens when the bursa, which is the protective padding where the tendon meets bone, becomes inflamed, Thomas adds.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
My skin was out of control thanks to angry, inflamed cystic breakouts and a plethora of blackheads that coated my nose.
—Allure, 27 Nov. 2024
When plaque builds on your teeth, your gums become irritated and inflamed (known as gingivitis).
—Katie Camero, SELF, 27 Nov. 2024
The arid conditions dry out the mucus in your sinuses, which can cause the sinus walls to become swollen or inflamed, while drying out the skin inside the throat and nasal passages.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
Most of the human H5N1 infections reported in the United States have had red, inflamed eyes as an early symptom, suggesting that’s where the virus entered the body.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Since Hamas’ attack on Israel October 7, 2023, and the ensuing war in Gaza, statements from students, professors and administrators related to the conflict have inflamed college campuses across the United States.
—Taylor Galgano, CNN, 13 Nov. 2024
The cells travel to injury sites or inflamed body parts to release several natural regenerative and growth factors.
—Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inflamed
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Flo Milli is closing out 2024 with yet another flaming hot freestyle.Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Then again, those others didn't have Dwayne Johnson’s macho demigod Maui playing a flaming conch shell.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
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Early this year, the company had a PR problem as angry customers raged online about higher menu prices.Allison Morrow, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Folks are always angry at D.C., and yet, states have to make things work every day.Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 9 Dec. 2024
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His amplification of Lee's viewpoints angered Social Security advocates.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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That decision angered Real Madrid so much that its players boycotted the awards ceremony.Steve Price, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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The ‘blazing furnace’ The real estate mogul’s downfall was stunning for the gargantuan scale of the fraud, rattling a country which has long projected an image of authoritarian stability.Kathleen Magramo, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
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With a blazing yet meticulous combination of action, setting, and performance, the astonishing dénouement is reminiscent of masterworks by D. W. Griffith. 20.Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 5 Dec. 2024
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In the mountains, the Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa in Avon offers treatments for dry skin and sore muscles at Spa Anjali.Mindy Sink, The Denver Post, 12 Dec. 2024
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On Sale 33% off $199 Buy Now On Amazon $200 Buy Now on Target $199 Buy Now on Best Buy There’s bound to be someone on your list who would love to have a Theragun massage device to relieve their sore muscles.Mia Maguire, StyleCaster, 11 Dec. 2024
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These materials, if ignited, can turn a small fire into a raging blaze within minutes.Kevin Gu, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The wildfire ignited Monday and has expanded at an alarming rate, burning more than 3,000 acres with 0% containment and destroying at least seven structures.Alexandra Banner, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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At private equity firm TPG, global head of human resources Anna Edwin poised one of the most burning questions for business leaders in thinking through their future talent strategies.Ryan Hogg, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2024
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Social media star Hannah Neeleman and her husband Daniel Neeleman are answering fans' most burning question.Charmaine Patterson, Peoplemag, 30 July 2024
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Idiot glee is a kind of sheer joy at the mad fact of the world.Sean Illing, Vox, 9 Dec. 2024
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But neither doctors nor group therapy can see beyond a confused and maybe slightly mad person.Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Inflamed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inflamed. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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