burn into

Idioms

Make an indelible impression on, as in An event like the Holocaust burns into the minds of all the survivors, or The scene was burned into her memory. This expression alludes to such processes as etching or engraving, where a caustic substance bites into a solid plate to make a design. [Early 1800s]

Example Sentences

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The fire grew to 20 acres after it was first reported and continued to burn into Sunday night, Norris said.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2025

Most areas identified as hot spots where forest fires have high potential to burn into populated areas won’t be addressed for at least the next several years, according to government planning documents.

From Washington Times • Jun. 27, 2023

Forest Service, said some of the large fires in the northern part of the state could burn into early December.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2021

Drought Monitor, large fires in the north could burn into early December, said Anthony Scardina, deputy regional forester for the Forest Service.

From Fox News • Aug. 21, 2021

Something to burn into every mind in town.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak

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