blazing
word · lemma: blaze
Definition
Extremely hot or shining very brightly, often used to describe fire, the sun, or something very intense. Can also describe strong emotions or fast movement.
Usage & Nuances
Often found in phrases like 'blazing sun', 'blazing fire', or 'blazing speed'; can describe literal heat or something figuratively powerful. More poetic or vivid than simply 'hot' or 'bright'. Commonly used for emphasis in both everyday and literary English.
Example Sentences
The blazing sun made it hard to walk outside.
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The house caught blazing fire last night.
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He ran with blazing speed to catch the bus.
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The desert felt like a blazing oven in the afternoon.
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Her blazing anger surprised everyone in the room.
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We sat by the blazing campfire, roasting marshmallows and telling stories.
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