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as in to anger
to become very angry
naturally I flared up when he insulted me
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as in flurry
a sudden and usually temporary growth of activity
took medication to prevent a flare-up of her asthma
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as in explosion
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
there's no need for an angry flare-up, as we'll take care of the problem immediately
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Recent Examples of flare (up)
Heidi Cope, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
These flare-ups can stir up powerful geomagnetic storms on Earth.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
This way, the spot treatment can work its magic from the very start of a flare-up.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
The 6-year-old pooch still suffers from back pain and faces the risk of another IVDD flare-up, which could lead to further surgery, paralysis, or, in the worst-case scenario, the loss of his life.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Lifestyle changes such as wearing loose clothing and avoiding irritants help minimize flare-ups.
—Heidi Cope, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
These flare-ups can stir up powerful geomagnetic storms on Earth.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
This way, the spot treatment can work its magic from the very start of a flare-up.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
The 6-year-old pooch still suffers from back pain and faces the risk of another IVDD flare-up, which could lead to further surgery, paralysis, or, in the worst-case scenario, the loss of his life.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Although many have already announced their support, others are weighing the risk of angering the president against the considerable risk that Mr. Kennedy could make America sick again.Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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But there would be uproar at such an increase, with supporters already angered over Ratcliffe’s decision to unilaterally hike seats not yet sold this season to a flat rate of £66, with no concessions for over-65s or under-16s.Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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After a brief pause, the demo successfully worked, leading employees in attendance to erupt in applause.Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024
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That debate has again erupted after Musk, himself once on an H-1B visa and whose electric vehicle company Tesla has hired workers using the program, defended the tech industry's need to bring in foreign workers.Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2024
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Without leading scorer Anthony Davis and amid a Curry 3-point flurry, the Lakers leaned on Austin Reaves, whose game-winning layup with 1.0 seconds left capped off his first triple-double of the season (26 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists) and the third of his career.Jovan Buha, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Trump plans to issue a flurry of executive orders and directives on everything from immigration to energy on his first day in office on Jan. 20, Reuters reported this month.Hannah Lang, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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According to a report from KPTV, the sudden explosion occurred inside a food truck owned by 4 Caminos Authentic Mexican Food in the downtown area of Vancouver, Wash., on Sunday, Dec. 15.Gil Macias, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Brunson’s explosion was a masterclass in resilience.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 22 Dec. 2024
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Powerful storms could fuel travel chaos this week as heavy rains are forecast for the West Coast while in the Central and Eastern states brutal cold and precipitation could snarl traffic but provide smiles for millions dreaming of a white Christmas.John Bacon, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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The harsh winds ripped traffic signal lights off of their support poles, blew down a lamp post in the Scotts Valley Target parking lot and knocked over electrical power poles, cutting off power and snarling traffic throughout the afternoon.Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 14 Dec. 2024
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The launch failure this week followed the first attempt to launch the Kairos rocket in March, when the launcher exploded just five seconds after liftoff.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
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Upon their arrival, a German V-1 rocket exploded near the docks, forcing them to take cover.Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Gary Payton had a burst layup during a run in the third quarter but came up limping on his left calf afterward.Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Taylor’s first touchdown was a 65-yard burst up the middle of the field that gave the Colts a 14-7 lead.Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Veteran offseason signing Eddie Jackson, who started four games, also was benched and then released after his frustration boiled over with an outburst at Orr in front of players and coaches.Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
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That nativist outburst, and the fact that many in MAGA-land seconded the emotion, prompted the incoming vice president, JD Vance — who is married to the daughter of highly skilled immigrants from India — to recoil.New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 28 Dec. 2024
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“Flare (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flare%20%28up%29. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.
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