flame
noun
burning gas or vapor, as from wood or coal, that is undergoing combustion; a portion of ignited gas or vapor.
have been flaming
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present perfect progressiveof flame.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Bloggers have been flaming Sunderland's parents for letting the teenager set out on a voyage that would be challenging even for a seasoned sailor.
From US News ● Jun. 18, 2010
"They tie you down," a woman said, Whose cheeks should have been flaming red With shame to speak of children so.
From The Path to Home by Guest, Edgar A. (Edgar Albert)
