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noun

Definition of flamesnext
plural of flame
as in darlings
a person with whom one is in love decided to look up an old flame while she was in town

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flames

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verb

present tense third-person singular of flame
1
as in burns
to be on fire especially brightly guests gathered around as the Yule log flamed brightly in the inn's great stone fireplace

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2
as in erupts
to develop suddenly and violently my anger flamed when the usher told my friend to shut up

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3
as in glows
to shine with a bright harsh light the noonday sun flamed down on the desert travelers

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4
as in gleams
to shoot forth bursts of light the actress's ruby necklace flamed dazzlingly under the bright lights

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flames
  1. darlings
  2. burns
  3. erupts
  4. sweethearts
  5. explodes
  6. lovers
  7. flares
  8. sweets
Noun
  • For example, companies like Root and Dave, once fintech darlings, found themselves in the doldrums at the beginning of the year.
    Alex Lazarow, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Sanders is expected to be one of the darlings of next year’s rookie premiere, which introduces select first-year players to the league’s business and marketing partners.
    Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of darlings
Verb
  • There’s no need to spend over $30 or more on a yummy scented candle that’s long-lasting, smells luxurious, and burns evenly.
    Ali Faccenda, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Your body burns calories all the time, even while sleeping.
    Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of burns
Verb
  • There’s something constantly brewing inside her, like a volcano that never erupts.
    Damon Wise, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
  • When the world erupts in post-apocalyptic chaos, a community must unite to survive, or turn against each other and fall.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of erupts
Noun
  • The couple were high school sweethearts and went on to elope in 1989 at the height of Bon Jovi's fame.
    Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 27 Dec. 2024
  • With unfinished business between the former childhood sweethearts, plus the presence of Nevile’s new wife, tensions are running high.
    Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of sweethearts
Verb
  • Production explodes when people work together and communicate.
    John Tamny, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Many Parents Feel Pressure Around the Holidays As the holidays approach, your social calendar explodes, your shopping trips increase, and your paychecks seemingly vanish out of nowhere.
    Christin Perry, Parents, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of explodes
Noun
  • For lovers of thoughtful accessories, two of Amberjack's most recent designs encapsulate their commitment to defining what dress-casual footwear can be.
    Darryn King, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • This is a moment when food lovers can expect the kind of artistic innovation that could reverberate for years to come.
    Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of lovers
Verb
  • Of course, there’s always a risk that inflation flares up again, or that inflation doesn’t quite hit the FOMC’s 2% target.
    Simon Moore, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
  • The flattering design includes an A-line skirt that flares at the bottom.
    Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of flares
Noun
  • Cards with holiday greetings hang in a prominent position above a table of sweets that included this year candied pecans, cookies, assorted fruit, nutty breads and a temptingly iced cake.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
  • There was a wide selection of sweets at several dessert booths, such as malasadas from Agnes' Bakery Hawaii, sherbet from Asato Family Shop and mini chocolate chip cookies from The Cookie Corner.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of sweets
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