as in pile
a quantity of wood heaped together for burning a dead body
a funeral pyre
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Recent Examples of pyre
The scene is crosscut with Rhaenyra and her family throwing items, including a riding blanket and a little horse figure, into a funeral pyre for Luke.
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Omar L. Gallaga, Washington Post, 17 June 2024
There are flashes of an intimate scene between two women, a massive structure in flames, Kwame getting kicked in the head in the arena, a funeral pyre, and, finally, a combatant battling a massive lion.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 13 June 2024
Despite Alexander's objections, a funeral pyre was eventually constructed by Ptolemy, and Kalanos took his own life.
—Austin Chen, theweek, 15 Mar. 2024
At the same time that Americans were taking off their masks and preparing for summer vacations, India, with only three percent of its 1.4 billion inhabitants fully vaccinated, was ablaze in funeral pyres.
—Larry Brilliant, Foreign Affairs, 8 June 2021
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Omar L. Gallaga, Washington Post, 17 June 2024
There are flashes of an intimate scene between two women, a massive structure in flames, Kwame getting kicked in the head in the arena, a funeral pyre, and, finally, a combatant battling a massive lion.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 13 June 2024
Despite Alexander's objections, a funeral pyre was eventually constructed by Ptolemy, and Kalanos took his own life.
—Austin Chen, theweek, 15 Mar. 2024
At the same time that Americans were taking off their masks and preparing for summer vacations, India, with only three percent of its 1.4 billion inhabitants fully vaccinated, was ablaze in funeral pyres.
—Larry Brilliant, Foreign Affairs, 8 June 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pyre
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Large numbers of new people coming into the home and descending on piles of food and Christmas decorations easily trigger anxious dogs − and worst-case scenario, someone could get bit or your dog could eat something dangerous.Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Against another wall is a ceiling-high pile of sacks filled with white powder.Greg Myre, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
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Included in the price are heaps of VIP perks — including a complimentary bottle of Krug Champagne upon arrival (Eden Rock - St Barths is the first-ever hotel to partner with the iconic bubbly brand) and Dr. Barbara Sturm skin care minis.Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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Featuring heaps of functionality in a compact form factor, the MSA5500 is aimed at smaller living spaces, but still with the classic McIntosh look that signifies high-end listening.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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By stepping away from the kitchen, people are finding new ways to connect and celebrate—whether that's over dim sum, a short stack of pancakes, or a dive bar burger.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The department’s report says roughly 98% of the water used in slurry to transport tailing to a stack will either evaporate or be collected and reused.Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 19 Dec. 2024
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That translates to power and speed, even going up hills.Scott Kramer, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Black Heritage Trail takes visitors from North Jersey to South, from the ocean to the hills, touching major cities and small towns.Sarah Enelow-Snyder, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
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The mountains of the West, parts of Michigan and New York, along with interior northern New England likely have enough snow on the ground now that at least an inch of it will stick around through Christmas Day.Mary Gilbert, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
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Sitting in ancient Cumbria—the Lake District is a mighty UNESCO World Heritage Site drawing over 18 million visitors each year, home to the largest national park in England, covering over 880 square miles of terrain with towering mountains, serene lakes, and lush forests.Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Pyre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pyre. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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