ignite
verb (used with object)
to set on fire; kindle.
ignites
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present tense formof ignite (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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What drives societal ills or ignites a social movement?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
It said the inflaters—a component that ignites and rapidly fills an air bag during a crash—were likely imported illegally into the U.S. and put inside air bags that were then sold online as aftermarket replacements.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Shin may be trying to remove fuel before the room ignites on its own.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 4, 2026
If a battery ignites, the best thing to do is to immediately leave and call 911.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 6, 2026
Love ignites the spirit, brings teams together, he says.
From "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander
