fire
noun
a state, process, or instance of combustion in which fuel or other material is ignited and combined with oxygen, giving off light, heat, and flame.
fireable
-
a word derived from
fire.
Example Sentences
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The executives believed Pelley’s behavior was insubordinate and a fireable offense, but decided to speak with him to discuss his future at the network.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
My question is: Is this a fireable offense?
From New York Times ● Apr. 30, 2023
He added: “That’s not a fireable offense. I hope she sues.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 28, 2023
"When you're asked a question, you run it through your head and say 'what is the least fireable response I can have to this right now?'" one employee explained.
From Salon ● Feb. 10, 2023
If they fire it, one or other will certainly be killed at its tail in Blue's subsequent move, and then the gun will be neither movable nor fireable.
From Little Wars; a game for boys from twelve years of age to one hundred and fifty and for that more intelligent sort of girl who likes boys' games and books. by H. G. (Herbert George) Wells
