sparks 1 of 2

present tense third-person singular of spark
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as in sparkles
to give off sparks the broken radio sparked and smoked the instant it was plugged in

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sparks

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noun

plural of spark

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Recent Examples of sparks
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Take the quiz here … BAGGAGE BATTLES – Traveler's social media post on 'overhead bin ownership' sparks debate. Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024 High-value content educates customers, sparks meaningful conversations and builds community. Nitin Gupta, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024 Continue reading … PARTING GIFT – Biden’s decision to commute sentences for death row inmates sparks social media frenzy. Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024 That vulnerability sparks closeness and connection. Kevin Kruse, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 The key is to build a vibrant culture that sparks collaboration, fuels innovation and enhances overall engagement within the workplace. Nick Romito, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 This design choice highlights the robot’s internal mechanisms and sparks discussions about the nature of humanity and the potential of artificial intelligence. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024 This period of reflection and renewal often sparks the desire for professional growth, but making such a significant shift requires thoughtful consideration and strategic planning to ensure a successful transition. Jack Kelly, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024 Her mother, Mary Jo (Jane Drake Brody), is an alcoholic who later has a stroke that sparks violent behavior, requiring long-term hospitalization. Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparks
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  • The brain’s default mode network (DMN), responsible for creativity and processing complex ideas, activates during moments of rest.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Instead, a change in their finances activates the tax.
    Bob Carlson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • Rather than focusing solely on practicality, fearless positivity encourages prioritizing possibilities over limitations.
    Amy Blankson, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Lake County’s Adopt-a-Lake program encourages local civic organizations, individuals and business groups to adopt a segment of a lake’s shoreline and is somewhat similar to the county’s Adopt-a-Roadway program.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
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  • Zack Rosenblatt spent time with Vrabel over the last five months and came away with a fantastic tale of who Vrabel is now, and what drives him.
    Chris Branch, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Everyone either deals directly with a customer, supports someone who does or is part of the process that drives or supports the customer experience.
    Shep Hyken, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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  • However, the treatment stimulates the production of collagen and the growth of smoother, more even skin.
    Lindsay Curtis, Health, 4 Jan. 2025
  • This stimulates autophagy and detox enzymes, resulting in a deep cleansing of the cells and tissue.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Meanwhile, the lead character has to deal with his parents, sister, a new friend at school and a peculiar older boy who stirs perplexing feelings in him.
    Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Even an eventual death in the family stirs no major histrionics.
    Dennis Harvey, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
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  • Forest’s manager is notorious for giving little away, but his body language spoke volumes: smiling, upbeat, eager to get going.
    Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 15 Aug. 2024
  • Showing exasperation with the players involved does little to inspire confidence in them, and communicates to supporters that a manager is thinking about their own brand as much as the side’s performance.
    Michael Cox, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024

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“Sparks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparks. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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