flaring

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adjective

flar·​ing ˈfler-iŋ How to pronounce flaring (audio)
Synonyms of flaringnext
1
a
: flaming or as if flaming brightly or unsteadily
b
: gaudy
a flaring resort hotel
2
: opening or spreading outward
flaring nostrils
flaringly
ˈfler-iŋ-lē How to pronounce flaring (audio)
adverb

flaring

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present participle of flare entry 2

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Adjective flaring neon signs advertising all manner of amusement for tourists at the beach town
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Adjective
With their swollen, flaring buttresses and soaring heights of 80 feet or more, the trees are awe-inspiring when reflected in the dark water. — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026 Though the maximum rate is only about four per hour, the stream does provide slow-moving flaring fireballs, and a careful observer may be nicely rewarded for the time spent. — Joe Rao, Space.com, 18 July 2026 The Los Angeles Chargers addressed some of the more flaring holes in their roster in the 2026 NFL Draft, picking several offensive and defensive lineman in hopes of bolstering their strength in the trenches. — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026 After the orchestra launches in with a full flaring sound, the cello takes the lead on a sweet, almost pensive solo. — Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flaring

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1566, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of flaring was in 1566

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“Flaring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flaring. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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