flare
verb (used without object)
to burn with an unsteady, swaying flame, as a torch or candle in the wind.
flared
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past participleof flare.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof flare.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
flareverb (used without object)to burn with an unsteady, swaying flame, as a torch or candle in the wind. -
a word derived from
flare.
flareverb (used without object)to burn with an unsteady, swaying flame, as a torch or candle in the wind.
Example Sentences
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But flaps have flared up in the last lap.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
In recent weeks, tensions have flared - with police pinning much of the blame on misinformation online.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
The jump tracked a renewed run-up in energy prices as conflict has flared again in the Middle East.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Turkey borders Iran, and hostilities between Washington and Tehran had flared up again at the time.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
It flared like a firework, the light almost blinding.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
