inflame
verb (used with object)
to kindle or excite (passions, desires, etc.).
is inflaming
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present progressiveof inflame (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“Fear-mongering by these influencers is inflaming the tension.”
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2024
Rights groups and immigration experts say the government’s approach is inflaming the situation and could endanger migrants, many of whom are fleeing poverty and violence.
From New York Times ● Sep. 25, 2021
I think we have to be really nuanced and responsible with each other about what is really important information for people to have to keep themselves safe and what is inflaming panic.
From Slate ● Mar. 11, 2020
The controversy is inflaming an already sensitive situation for the U.S. military in Okinawa.
From Washington Post ● May 24, 2019
When asked, some Chinese said they worried that Trump is inflaming tensions with North Korea, a longtime ally.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 9, 2017
