flares

British

/ flɛəz /

plural noun

informal trousers with legs that widen below the knee

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Example Sentences

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They may be too hot, lack stable atmospheres, or be exposed to frequent flares and intense radiation.

From Science Daily

Greece is the answer, but specifically Athens and Panathinaikos, where ultra fans lit smoky red flares and the atmosphere made Rupp Arena feel like a squash club.

From The Wall Street Journal

Geomagnetic storms and solar flares are perfectly safe for us as we are protected from the radiation by our atmosphere, but they can interfere with technology.

From BBC

"It means an EV owner in Beijing simply doesn't feel the pain at the pump when the Middle East flares up," he said.

From BBC

Other pictures show triumphant supporters letting off flares.

From BBC

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