Example Sentences
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Flames were about a half-mile from the island’s stand of Torrey pines — one of just two places in the world where the species grows naturally, Theune said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
Flames spread through a B-listed Victorian building neighbouring Scotland's busiest station after the fire began in a vape shop at about 15:45 on Sunday.
From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026
Flames and smoke erupted from a luxury hotel on Dubai's Palm, the landmark, palm tree-shaped development of land reclaimed from the sea, after a loud bang sent passers-by scurrying for cover.
From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026
His town hall was a big enough deal, they said, to miss the final game in a “Battle of Alberta” series between the province’s National Hockey League rivals, the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
Flames seemed to be bursting out of every window.
From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper
