Meaning & use
Igniting
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Setting fire to something, or causing it to start burning; also, sparking a strong reaction or event.
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A stray spark risked igniting the dry brush along the trail.
The speech succeeded in igniting a wave of public support for the cause.
A note on using this word
Frequently used figuratively to describe the start of strong emotions, conflicts, or movements, not just literal fires.
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