Definition of flare in English:

flare

noun flɛːflɛr

1A sudden brief burst of bright flame or light.
the flare of the match lit up his face
Example sentencesExamples
- Jonah desperately thumbed the lighter's switch one last time, and he was rewarded with a sudden flare of light.
- He was abruptly cut off as a brief flare of red light flickered around Lexa.
- In the brief flare, I could see the scared faces of those around me.
- I remember looking at him there, that shadowy figure sitting cross-legged on that cushion with his peaked ears twitching, his eyes flashing like a brief flare of sun off oil on water.
- His big eyes glinted with a sudden flare of light and Teera turned to see the camp going up in flames.
- She blinked for a moment against the bright flare of lights that exploded in her eyes, and waited for it to clear.
- There was a brief flare of white light, and the Goddess vanished, leaving only a smattering of loose tinsel behind.
- Amber reacted, her own light flashing brighter, a flare of red.
- A sudden flare of white light had the Paladin scrambling for his sword as a shadowed form draped in a cowl and cloak rose from the lake, mistily transparent.
- With each word her eyes turned bluer, and as she finished a flare of cerulean light blazed through my vision.
- The flares of light became more and more frequent, until they were solid.
- Keigen tried to find his friend in the dark, until a flare of light burst into flame beside him.
- Then comes the sudden flare of light from a thousand torches.
- The shadow warship exploded in a brilliant flare of yellow, orange, and white.
- A narrow doorway of an old house - a dark room - then a sudden flare of video lights, like a flash of lightning.
- In addition, however, it has repeatedly witnessed a sky flickering with ultraviolet flares, bursts and fast-moving streaks.
- She flinched away from a flare of white light, which slowly resolved itself into her bedroom.
- A flare of lightning lit the dark sky to a bright lavender, then darkness ruled again.
- A sudden flare of light caused her to raise her right arm protectively across her face.
- The brief flare of light showed him short hair, thin but not angular face, and dark eyes.
Synonyms
blaze, flash, dazzle, glare, burst
unsteady flame, flicker, glimmer, shimmer, gleam
1. 1.1 A device producing a very bright flame, used especially as a signal or marker.
  a distress flare
  as modifier a flare gun
  Example sentencesExamples
  Without these mittens, I would not have been able to even open the zipper on my survival vest, let alone try to work a flare or other signaling device.
  It's not a bad idea to include signaling devices such as mirrors, flares, etc., whether you are in a remote location or not!
  One by one the marker flares went out, swallowed by the approaching mass.
  I stumbled to the opening in the suit and pulled out one of the signal flares.
  One of their missions was to fire illumination flares to aid commercial and military aircraft that were forced to ditch at sea.
  The weapons, imported from eastern Europe, have been adapted from a miniature distress flare gun and can hold two bullets.
  A lost hunter with a flare gun, so goes the story, started the whole thing.
  Aruna pulled out a flare gun, and fired it up into the sky.
  Throughout the next four hours, we lit several smoke and flare signals, but the smoke dissipated each time in the trees before rising high enough to be effective.
  However, it is known that military aircraft using the countermeasures tend to eject lots of flares, just to be on the safe side.
  Another pulse of adrenaline shot through her, though it was a wonder she had any left after the past occurrences, and Sydney closed her eyes and aimed the flare gun into the sky.
  It can serve as a shotgun, an accurate big bore rifle, a handgun, and even as a flare gun.
  Attacks signaled by flares and coordinated remote mine attacks are not taught in training camps, but in military schools.
  Fury ran up the mountain, then turned and launched a flare, her signal to begin.
  Signaling measures have included flare guns, cell phones, hand gestures, and other communicative means.
  But by the time he got there the intruder had gone, stealing a number of items including a flare gun.
  Then, a flare shot up and signaled that the operation was to begin.
  I walked over to the door, opened it a crack, and stuck my hand out holding the flare gun.
  If I had flares or some other signaling device, I might have been able to get help and medical attention to him sooner, without having to do something risky like blocking traffic.
  Mr Long said in the past refuse collectors had found live gun cartridges and a distress flare among rubbish left out for them.
  Synonyms
  distress signal, rocket, Very light, beacon, light, flashlight, signal
2. 1.2in singular A sudden burst of intense emotion.
  she felt a flare of anger within her
  Example sentencesExamples
  A flare of anger rose in the governess' chest.
  She looks away, ashamed of being seen with Robbie and a small flare of anger was burning in her heart.
  She felt a flare of emotion in her chest, but forced that down too - distraction was not needed.
  I hope he chokes on it, she thought, her fear being overcome by a flare of anger.
  Ronnie felt a flare of anger spring up and he clenched his hands into fists, shooting a glare at Jessica.
  He spoke, in a very businesslike tone, the sudden flare of anger gone from his voice and attitude.
  Dale felt a sudden flare of protectiveness, possessive anger, and a father's pride.
  As if she were sure I was to be punished, Rayne thought with a flare of anger.
  For some reason, this sent a flare of anger up in Jade, and she shoved him away and stood up, glaring at him.
  He was only reading it to inspire a flare of anger.
  Turning about, Jeremy felt a flare of anger as he saw the words on the wall at the head of the bed.
  With a flare of anger, he saw the pistol from his father's three-part collection, its dragon carving and sapphire eye unique among the display.
  His eyes widened a moment, a flare of sudden overwhelming emotion to which he could only stutter.
  Another flare of anger, that vanished almost immediately as I continued to avoid eye contact.
  She saw another soldier join the battle, and felt a flare of anger.
  I feel his lips curve into a smirk against my cheek and a flare of anger ignites within me.
  A small flare of obstinate anger reared up in her.
  A faint flare of anger had risen up in me, but I quickly extinguished the blaze.
  Something about his mild responses caused a flare of anger with Anne.
  She felt a flare of anger at this, but didn't respond.
  Synonyms
  burst, rush, attack, eruption, explosion, bout, spasm
  rare access
3. 1.3 A sudden recurrence of an inflammation or other medical condition.
  corticosteroid treatment for colitis flares
  Example sentencesExamples
  Avoid sulfa antibiotics and be aware of oral contraceptives, both of which may induce flares.
  Often triggered by irritants in the air such as cigarette smoke, asthma flares involve contraction and swelling of the muscles lining the tiny airways.
  Whenever the patient stops treatment, a rash flare results, usually worse than the initial rash.
  Despite these problems, 64 percent said they had not visited a physician the last time their allergies flared up.
  When your eczema flares up (gets worse), use the medicine prescribed by your doctor.
  It can be present as a chronic condition, flaring up occasionally under stress.
  Other complications include acne flares and dermatitis - inflammation of the skin.
  Meanwhile, Suzi's illness still flares up, exacerbated by stress (being married to a goalie can't help much).
  Steroids and immunosuppressive drugs have been used for acute flares.
  But it was a placebo controlled study, and early use of another active compound such as weak 1% hydrocortisone may have also prevented such flares.
  These medications affect the immune system and may help maintain normal skin texture and reduce flares of atopic dermatitis.
  Almost all lupus patients take medication to control inflammation and reduce the risk of flares (periods when the disease gets worse).
  Patients may have less severe attacks between acute flares.
  Johnson's chronic back problems flared up during that same game.
  It's very common for adolescents to deny that they have asthma, so they may stop taking medications and have more flares and symptoms.
  Traditionally the treatment of atopic dermatitis has included the frequent use of emollients and the intermittent use of topical corticosteroids to control acute flares.
  But prednisone isn't a permanent cure, as Crohn's can flare up at any time, and eventually abdominal cramping, fatigue and chronic diarrhea returned.
  And asthma flares are the most common reason for pediatric emergency room visits due to a chronic illness.
  Intra-articular injection of steroid may be helpful in acute flares.
  The disease goes through periods of exacerbation and remission with no known triggers to alert the practitioner to when the condition will flare up.
  They can also be useful for treating acute flares with systemic symptoms.
  Poor nutrition can also make it more difficult to recover from flares of the disease.
  Sometimes chronic pain is just a nagging discomfort, but it can flare up into severe pain.
  Furthermore, an asymptomatic infection can flare up after weeks or months and suddenly start to cause symptoms.
  Agnes never complains when she has a flare of her eczema as she realises it ultimately saved her life.
  The condition may resolve late in pregnancy, but classically flares up again at delivery.
  Second, they don't address the cause of many flares: the hidden inflammation smoldering in a child's airways.
  Patients should be warned that they may suffer a pustular flare during the first few weeks of tretinoin therapy.
  These flares may be caused by other viral infections, or they may be secondary to viral reactivation and an unregulated immune response.
  Medication helps to both prevent flares and treat symptoms.
4. 1.4Astronomy A sudden explosion in the chromosphere and corona of the sun or another star, resulting in an intense burst of radiation.
  See also solar flare
  Example sentencesExamples
  Violent events such as stellar flares, supernovae and the explosion of galactic nuclei produce a concoction of subatomic particles, primarily protons and electrons.
  Massive solar explosions called flares often accompany coronal mass ejections, which emit solar material and a magnetic field.
  Scientists are still figuring out the role of sunspots in space weather, but they do know that when a flare erupts, sunspots are often nearby.
  Note the white bands buried amid the black and gray sunspots, depicting the twin bands of the flare as it burst into view around the sunspots.
  Four minutes after the onset of the big flare, the Harvard Radio Astronomy Station at Fort Davis, Texas, began hearing radio noise from the Sun.
5. 1.5Photography mass noun Extraneous illumination on film caused by internal reflection in the camera.
  Example sentencesExamples
  No Dogma film contains muck on the lens, intrusive lens flare, obvious boom and camera shadows, as this does.
  It is however very prone to lens flare - the lens hood basically can be no larger than a hood for a 150 mm lens.
  Prime lenses are less susceptible to lens flare and also have a closer minimum focusing distance than do zooms.
  I don't think we're seeing the effects of flare on the camera, though - it doesn't look like an optical effect.
  Light of this type can often cause lens flare and, if using auto focus, cause the camera to focus on the wrong subject.
2A gradual widening in shape, especially towards the hem of a garment.
Example sentencesExamples
- It is loose cut through the leg, with a slight flare to add shape.
- I could actually feel the volume of the bass, and it seemed to me the flares of my trousers were flapping with every beat.
- The cashmere and leather were also cut into low-waisted, flat-fronted trousers cut neatly on the leg and swinging into a subtle, flattering flare at the bottom.
- No trousers with flares here; instead the cut was close fitting.
Synonyms
widening, spread
1. 2.1flares Trousers whose legs get progressively wider from the knees down.
  Example sentencesExamples
  Always insist that black flares, safari suits, wide collared white shirts and high heeled shoes never go out of fashion.
  I found it hard to imagine Dad in flares.
  When Ian had moved into the room, the mould-peppered walls had been decorated with lurid orange-flowered wallpaper, redolent of stack heels, flares, beads and caftans.
  Strangely, his flares and cravats were once seen as the epitome of stylish excellence.
  It is an act of worship to the sixties and seventies - to flares and body shirts and all that glitters.
  Fashions of the time were tank tops, tonic suits and trousers, flares, and long hair all round.
  Mandy who was wearing an apple green, button down blouse and white flares was lying down on the bed staring at the ceiling.
  Cobain, a modern dandy in purple flares and kipper tie, is effervescently enthusiastic about all things mind - expanding.
  We tried on matching tank tops and flares, and practised hairstyles from Honey magazine.
  Kiss your flares good-bye - It's all about long and lean drain pipe pants.
  WE'VE had the Seventies revival in fashion and interiors, so I thought I'd revive a couple of old friends from the age of brown flares and orange tank tops.
  Platform boots, flares and wide lapels, satin suits and big hair dos, as well as lashings of glitter, will all be on the fashion menu as revellers relive the years of Abba's heyday.
  She was wearing dark name-brand low-rise flares and a pink polo shirt, large silver earrings and some glitzy heels.
  You knew you had achieved the ultimate look when your flares completely covered your feet, giving the distinctly eerie impression you were floating down the street.
  Angel wore black tight flares and a white tank top, and put her hair in a loose bun with a few strands hanging out, to which she added little chopstick things.
  She pointed down to the simple black flares and ice blue shirt that she had tossed on when she got home.
  And a pair of tight hip hugger blue jean flares with star patches all down the sides.
  They dressed me in a turquoise crocheted pullover, brown corduroy flares and open-toed sandals, while letting my hair grow very long.
  In correspondence with that, Susan found her some full, dark purple jean flares to go with it.
  Who knows… but if flares, kipper ties and tank tops can make a comeback then I guess anything's possible.
2. 2.2mass noun An upward and outward curve of a ship's bows, designed to throw the water outwards when in motion.

verb flɛːflɛr

[no object]

1Burn or shine with a sudden intensity.
the bonfire crackled and flared up
behind him, lightning flared
Example sentencesExamples
- Some residents jumped from windows as the blaze flared through the building's entrance.
- The spell died quickly, emerald flames flaring for a moment, then dissolving into nothing.
- A sudden rush of red-gold flame flared in the corner, and Rakael spoke.
- The flames flared and he climbed back into car, and drove away.
- Witnesses described the screams of panicked residents and said people leapt from windows as the blaze flared through the entrance hall of the building.
- On the horizon I can see great columns of smoke from burning wells, orange flame flaring at their base.
- Rilleta leaped lightly clear, and turned, flames flaring on her hands, ready to meet her death if she must.
- I saw the stars burn and flare against the velvety darkness.
- The ripples she had created by dipping her fingers caused the flame to flare and flicker.
- The torches flared upon the walls, and the firepit blazed forth its red warmth.
- Heart turned at a sudden crackle and watched as the demonic blades flared and burned, leaving not even scorches where they had fallen.
- As the sand hit it, the flame flared into angry whiteness and went out with a shower of sparks.
- The thief absently watched the flames flaring around her, hearing her own harsh breathing echo around her over the crackle of the flames.
- The maroon flames also rose and flared, before dying in a matter of seconds into a small pile of ashes.
- As a breeze swept over the rubble, patches of flame flared here and there.
- The flames on his log flared higher, showering sparks all over his body - the same body covered with mead.
Synonyms
blaze, flash, flare up, flame, burn unsteadily, burn violently, burn up
gleam, glow, glisten, sparkle, glitter, flicker, glimmer, scintillate
burn, blaze, be ablaze, be alight, be on fire, be in flames, flame, be aflame
blaze up, burn up, go up, go up in flames
literary be afire
archaic be ardent
1. 1.1 (of a situation or emotion) suddenly become intense or violent.
  tempers flared as supporters scuffled with other passengers
  the controversy flared up again in 2003
  Example sentencesExamples
  Tensions between Anglo and Muslim residents have flared before.
  The robber gives predictably blood-curdling answers as his temper flares at the thought.
  His men were quoted as saying there are still tribal elements in the city who are resisting their control, and that the situation could flare into fighting if they do not back down.
  The attack took place as racial violence flared across the Pennines in Oldham after National Front supporters descended on the town to hold an illegal march.
  Intense fighting has flared between Mehdi and Iraqi government forces in the southern city of al-Kut.
  The president has faced criticism for his habit of heading overseas just as domestic crises flare out of control.
  He said the German's refusal to pay for the use of his van irritated him and when he tried to collect the fee, the intensity of the argument flared.
  In the years ahead tensions over water may flare in regions outside the Middle East as well.
  Nearly 250 priests have resigned or been dismissed from their duties since the crisis flared in January.
  As recently as last spring, a violent public response flared in Cincinnati under disturbingly familiar circumstances.
  Periodic unrest has flared since, but yesterday's attack was among the worst.
  US capital markets have also been a refuge for many in recent years as emerging market crises flared from Russia and Brazil.
  Synonyms
  recur, reoccur, reappear
  break out, burst out, start suddenly, burst forth, erupt
2. 1.2flare up (of a person) suddenly become angry.
  she flared up, shouting at Geoffrey
  Example sentencesExamples
  But suddenly, she flared up and pushed him away.
  Synonyms
  lose one's temper, lose control, become enraged, go into a rage, fly into a temper/passion, boil over, boil over with rage, fire up, go berserk, throw a tantrum, explode
  informal blow one's top, fly off the handle, lose one's cool, get mad, go crazy, go wild, go bananas, hit the roof, go through the roof, go up the wall, see red, go off the deep end, blow a fuse/gasket, lose one's rag, go ape, burst a blood vessel, flip, flip one's lid, foam at the mouth, get all steamed up, get worked up, have a fit
  British informal go spare, go crackers, do one's nut, get one's knickers in a twist, throw a wobbly
  North American informal flip one's wig, blow one's lid/stack, have a cow, go postal, have a conniption fit
  vulgar slang go apeshit
2often as adjective flaredGradually become wider at one end.
a flared skirt
the dress flared out into a huge train
Example sentencesExamples
- She was wearing a knee-length jean skirt that flared slightly at the bottom and cute sandals were on her dainty little feet.
- It flared out gradually from the hips and there was a slit on two sides.
- The dress hugged my body, but not to the point where it was skin tight, and the skirt flared out just slightly to accentuate my hips.
- At her knees, the skirt flared out in an emphasizing bubble.
- Her skirt was black and also flared out with the help of a crinoline petticoat underneath.
- Phoenix was wearing a long-sleeved forest green velvet dress that flared at the end of the sleeves.
- She was wearing a very short skirt which flared out a lot, so we could all see her underwear since we all stood lower than her.
- Do not give us shirt or raglan sleeves, or ‘shirtwaister’ styles with blousy tops, or flared or pleated skirts in boring patterns.
- She had on purple leggings that barely flared and a too-small white top with glittery purple spirals.
- Shanna got a long black skirt with a black shirt that flared at the cuffs.
- The dress flared at the waist and had one hell of a train on it.
- Her skirt flared evenly around her, as did her hair, forming a light-colored fan behind her head.
- So dig out your best pair of platform boots, squeeze yourself into those flared hipsters, smooth out your huge wing collar, and saunter on over to the bright and shiny new glamvan blog.
- The bodice hugged my form and the skirt flared to give me enough room to run.
- The bodice was fitting, but allowed movement, and the skirt flared out so that I could run about freely.
- For example, you can see where zippers are located, how the shoulder line falls or if the skirt is flared.
- The waist was small and tapered into a V, and the skirt flared out slightly, with filmy layers overlying the dress.
- It had long sleeves that slightly flared and over the dress she wore a slight scoop neck cloak.
- The skirt flared out slightly at about hip-level, not very much though; it almost didn't have a waistline.
- I adore the simple white dress with the slightly flared sleeves.
1. 2.1 (of a person's nostrils) dilate.
  his head lifted fractionally, his nostrils flaring
  Example sentencesExamples
  Lena's nostrils flared slightly then she grinned and kissed his lips softly.
  His nostrils flared and his great chest heaved as he searched frantically for any scent.
  His nostrils flared and he searched for the most effective words he could use.
  Erial's nostrils flared and her eyebrows moved down as she frowned.
  Cargo's nostrils flared madly as he lectured Finn.
  Father's nostrils flared as he registered what he was seeing, and in an instant he was striding into the room.
  His nostrils flared, and his lips thinned to a slit line.
  His nostrils flared taking in the scent of all the flora around him.
  His nostrils flared, then his mouth set in a hard line.
  Chino's nostrils flared, her ears pricked and her step got springy.
  His nostrils flared but his ears were pricked; he was listening.
  The King's cheeks turned red and his nostrils flared.
  Her nostrils flared wide as she jerked back, away from me.
  His nostrils flared considerably as he inhaled the deep odor.
  Judging from the way his nostrils flared, I wouldn't be able to change whatever set route he was on.
  Lexi's nostrils flared and she straightened her shoulders back.
  Edward's nostrils flared as he everything came back to him.
  It was Sylvie's nose, straight and long, narrowing in the middle just a little before the nostrils flared.
  Alicia's nostrils flared at the use of the old nick name.
  It may have been the wrong thing to mention because Monica began to chuckle slightly and Daniel's nostrils flared at her.
  Synonyms
  spread, broaden, widen, get wider, expand, splay
  dilate
2. 2.2with object (of a person) cause (the nostrils) to dilate.
  Example sentencesExamples
  His nostrils were flared and his coat was sweaty from a run already completed with daily battle training.
  Having achieved the single most sinister moment on television this year, Gordon bares his teeth, flares his nostrils and pulls his face back into a rictus of a smile.
  I heard Rhett flare his nostrils and I took a half step back just in case he had a wand hidden in his pants.
  I like big noses, especially when the person is able to flare the nostrils at will.
  And then she threw back her head, flared her nostrils and stared at me.
  He flared his nostrils, threatened anyone who decided to continue the Patience / Horse argument with violence.
  He flared his nostrils as he tried to distinguish the smell.
  Bryony flared her nostrils, catching the scent of cooked meat.
  Now Gott was flaring his nostrils and slowly flexing his muscles.
  His nostrils were flared, and his eyes were white rimmed.
  Her black hair was knotted up tight, her cheekbones stuck out very high, and her nostrils were flared.
  Syona lowered her head, lightly flaring her nostrils.
  I said nothing and instead just passed her by in the kitchen, flaring my nostrils as the smell of yet another burnt pumpkin pie entered my system.
  Give it a go, you won't be sorry - just don't forget to flare those nostrils like you mean it.
  Tobias's nostrils were flared, and he had his arms held stiffly against his sides, with his hands clenched into fists.
  Mesa flared his nostrils, like a horse, and breathed in the deep autumn air.
  I flare my nostrils ever so slightly and still feel like I've been smashed in the face by a baseball bat.
  He laughed as she flared her nostrils and picked up a piece of her sandwich.
  Her large nostrils were permanently flared in an expression of exceeding displeasure at the world in general.
  Even when he was a child, he flared his nostrils, just out of habit.

Origin

Mid 16th century (in the sense 'spread out one's hair'): of unknown origin. Current senses date from the 17th century.

Rhymes

affair, affaire, air, Altair, Althusser, Anvers, Apollinaire, Astaire, aware, Ayer, Ayr, bare, bear, bêche-de-mer, beware, billionaire, Blair, blare, Bonaire, cafetière, care, chair, chargé d'affaires, chemin de fer, Cher, Clair, Claire, Clare, commissionaire, compare, concessionaire, cordon sanitaire, couvert, Daguerre, dare, debonair, declare, derrière, despair, doctrinaire, éclair, e'er, elsewhere, ensnare, ere, extraordinaire, Eyre, fair, fare, fayre, Finisterre, flair, Folies-Bergère, forbear, forswear, foursquare, glair, glare, hair, hare, heir, Herr, impair, jardinière, Khmer, Kildare, La Bruyère, lair, laissez-faire, legionnaire, luminaire, mal de mer, mare, mayor, meunière, mid-air, millionaire, misère, Mon-Khmer, multimillionaire, ne'er, Niger, nom de guerre, outstare, outwear, pair, pare, parterre, pear, père, pied-à-terre, Pierre, plein-air, prayer, questionnaire, rare, ready-to-wear, rivière, Rosslare, Santander, savoir faire, scare, secretaire, share, snare, solitaire, Soufrière, spare, square, stair, stare, surface-to-air, swear, Tailleferre, tare, tear, their, there, they're, vin ordinaire, Voltaire, ware, wear, Weston-super-Mare, where, yeah

Definition of flare in US English:

flare

nounflerflɛr

1A sudden brief burst of bright flame or light.
the flare of the match lit up his face
Example sentencesExamples
- His big eyes glinted with a sudden flare of light and Teera turned to see the camp going up in flames.
- There was a brief flare of white light, and the Goddess vanished, leaving only a smattering of loose tinsel behind.
- In addition, however, it has repeatedly witnessed a sky flickering with ultraviolet flares, bursts and fast-moving streaks.
- He was abruptly cut off as a brief flare of red light flickered around Lexa.
- In the brief flare, I could see the scared faces of those around me.
- The flares of light became more and more frequent, until they were solid.
- The brief flare of light showed him short hair, thin but not angular face, and dark eyes.
- I remember looking at him there, that shadowy figure sitting cross-legged on that cushion with his peaked ears twitching, his eyes flashing like a brief flare of sun off oil on water.
- She flinched away from a flare of white light, which slowly resolved itself into her bedroom.
- With each word her eyes turned bluer, and as she finished a flare of cerulean light blazed through my vision.
- A flare of lightning lit the dark sky to a bright lavender, then darkness ruled again.
- A sudden flare of white light had the Paladin scrambling for his sword as a shadowed form draped in a cowl and cloak rose from the lake, mistily transparent.
- Jonah desperately thumbed the lighter's switch one last time, and he was rewarded with a sudden flare of light.
- She blinked for a moment against the bright flare of lights that exploded in her eyes, and waited for it to clear.
- A sudden flare of light caused her to raise her right arm protectively across her face.
- The shadow warship exploded in a brilliant flare of yellow, orange, and white.
- Amber reacted, her own light flashing brighter, a flare of red.
- Then comes the sudden flare of light from a thousand torches.
- A narrow doorway of an old house - a dark room - then a sudden flare of video lights, like a flash of lightning.
- Keigen tried to find his friend in the dark, until a flare of light burst into flame beside him.
Synonyms
blaze, flash, dazzle, glare, burst
1. 1.1 A device producing a bright flame, used especially as a signal or marker.
  as modifier a flare gun
  a helicopter spotted a flare set off by the crew
  Example sentencesExamples
  If I had flares or some other signaling device, I might have been able to get help and medical attention to him sooner, without having to do something risky like blocking traffic.
  Attacks signaled by flares and coordinated remote mine attacks are not taught in training camps, but in military schools.
  One by one the marker flares went out, swallowed by the approaching mass.
  A lost hunter with a flare gun, so goes the story, started the whole thing.
  Without these mittens, I would not have been able to even open the zipper on my survival vest, let alone try to work a flare or other signaling device.
  Throughout the next four hours, we lit several smoke and flare signals, but the smoke dissipated each time in the trees before rising high enough to be effective.
  Signaling measures have included flare guns, cell phones, hand gestures, and other communicative means.
  The weapons, imported from eastern Europe, have been adapted from a miniature distress flare gun and can hold two bullets.
  I walked over to the door, opened it a crack, and stuck my hand out holding the flare gun.
  Another pulse of adrenaline shot through her, though it was a wonder she had any left after the past occurrences, and Sydney closed her eyes and aimed the flare gun into the sky.
  It's not a bad idea to include signaling devices such as mirrors, flares, etc., whether you are in a remote location or not!
  But by the time he got there the intruder had gone, stealing a number of items including a flare gun.
  One of their missions was to fire illumination flares to aid commercial and military aircraft that were forced to ditch at sea.
  However, it is known that military aircraft using the countermeasures tend to eject lots of flares, just to be on the safe side.
  Mr Long said in the past refuse collectors had found live gun cartridges and a distress flare among rubbish left out for them.
  It can serve as a shotgun, an accurate big bore rifle, a handgun, and even as a flare gun.
  Fury ran up the mountain, then turned and launched a flare, her signal to begin.
  I stumbled to the opening in the suit and pulled out one of the signal flares.
  Then, a flare shot up and signaled that the operation was to begin.
  Aruna pulled out a flare gun, and fired it up into the sky.
  Synonyms
  distress signal, rocket, very light, beacon, light, flashlight, signal
2. 1.2in singular A sudden burst of intense emotion.
  she felt a flare of anger within her
  Example sentencesExamples
  His eyes widened a moment, a flare of sudden overwhelming emotion to which he could only stutter.
  He was only reading it to inspire a flare of anger.
  She saw another soldier join the battle, and felt a flare of anger.
  A small flare of obstinate anger reared up in her.
  Ronnie felt a flare of anger spring up and he clenched his hands into fists, shooting a glare at Jessica.
  As if she were sure I was to be punished, Rayne thought with a flare of anger.
  For some reason, this sent a flare of anger up in Jade, and she shoved him away and stood up, glaring at him.
  She felt a flare of emotion in her chest, but forced that down too - distraction was not needed.
  She looks away, ashamed of being seen with Robbie and a small flare of anger was burning in her heart.
  He spoke, in a very businesslike tone, the sudden flare of anger gone from his voice and attitude.
  Dale felt a sudden flare of protectiveness, possessive anger, and a father's pride.
  I feel his lips curve into a smirk against my cheek and a flare of anger ignites within me.
  A flare of anger rose in the governess' chest.
  Something about his mild responses caused a flare of anger with Anne.
  Another flare of anger, that vanished almost immediately as I continued to avoid eye contact.
  She felt a flare of anger at this, but didn't respond.
  A faint flare of anger had risen up in me, but I quickly extinguished the blaze.
  With a flare of anger, he saw the pistol from his father's three-part collection, its dragon carving and sapphire eye unique among the display.
  Turning about, Jeremy felt a flare of anger as he saw the words on the wall at the head of the bed.
  I hope he chokes on it, she thought, her fear being overcome by a flare of anger.
  Synonyms
  burst, rush, attack, eruption, explosion, bout, spasm
3. 1.3Astronomy A sudden explosion in the chromosphere and corona of the sun or another star, resulting in an intense burst of radiation.
  See also solar flare
  Example sentencesExamples
  Violent events such as stellar flares, supernovae and the explosion of galactic nuclei produce a concoction of subatomic particles, primarily protons and electrons.
  Note the white bands buried amid the black and gray sunspots, depicting the twin bands of the flare as it burst into view around the sunspots.
  Four minutes after the onset of the big flare, the Harvard Radio Astronomy Station at Fort Davis, Texas, began hearing radio noise from the Sun.
  Scientists are still figuring out the role of sunspots in space weather, but they do know that when a flare erupts, sunspots are often nearby.
  Massive solar explosions called flares often accompany coronal mass ejections, which emit solar material and a magnetic field.
4. 1.4Photography Extraneous illumination on film caused by internal reflection in the camera.
  Example sentencesExamples
  I don't think we're seeing the effects of flare on the camera, though - it doesn't look like an optical effect.
  It is however very prone to lens flare - the lens hood basically can be no larger than a hood for a 150 mm lens.
  Prime lenses are less susceptible to lens flare and also have a closer minimum focusing distance than do zooms.
  No Dogma film contains muck on the lens, intrusive lens flare, obvious boom and camera shadows, as this does.
  Light of this type can often cause lens flare and, if using auto focus, cause the camera to focus on the wrong subject.
2in singular A gradual widening, especially of a skirt or pants.
as you knit, add a flare or curve a hem
Example sentencesExamples
- It is loose cut through the leg, with a slight flare to add shape.
- No trousers with flares here; instead the cut was close fitting.
- The cashmere and leather were also cut into low-waisted, flat-fronted trousers cut neatly on the leg and swinging into a subtle, flattering flare at the bottom.
- I could actually feel the volume of the bass, and it seemed to me the flares of my trousers were flapping with every beat.
Synonyms
widening, spread
1. 2.1 An upward and outward curve of a vessel's bow, designed to throw the water outward when under way.

verbflerflɛr

[no object]

1Burn with a sudden intensity.
the bonfire crackled and flared up
the blaze across the water flared
Example sentencesExamples
- Some residents jumped from windows as the blaze flared through the building's entrance.
- Witnesses described the screams of panicked residents and said people leapt from windows as the blaze flared through the entrance hall of the building.
- The ripples she had created by dipping her fingers caused the flame to flare and flicker.
- The spell died quickly, emerald flames flaring for a moment, then dissolving into nothing.
- The flames flared and he climbed back into car, and drove away.
- The maroon flames also rose and flared, before dying in a matter of seconds into a small pile of ashes.
- The flames on his log flared higher, showering sparks all over his body - the same body covered with mead.
- Heart turned at a sudden crackle and watched as the demonic blades flared and burned, leaving not even scorches where they had fallen.
- As the sand hit it, the flame flared into angry whiteness and went out with a shower of sparks.
- As a breeze swept over the rubble, patches of flame flared here and there.
- On the horizon I can see great columns of smoke from burning wells, orange flame flaring at their base.
- Rilleta leaped lightly clear, and turned, flames flaring on her hands, ready to meet her death if she must.
- A sudden rush of red-gold flame flared in the corner, and Rakael spoke.
- The thief absently watched the flames flaring around her, hearing her own harsh breathing echo around her over the crackle of the flames.
- The torches flared upon the walls, and the firepit blazed forth its red warmth.
- I saw the stars burn and flare against the velvety darkness.
Synonyms
blaze, flash, flare up, flame, burn unsteadily, burn violently, burn up
burn, blaze, be ablaze, be alight, be on fire, be in flames, flame, be aflame
1. 1.1 (of a light or a person's eyes) glow with a sudden intensity.
  her eyes flared at the stinging insult
  Example sentencesExamples
  Light flared as the candle affixed to one wall lit with a twitch of his power.
  I ran my nails down his back and his eyes flared in the light of the moon.
  She looked up at him and her eyes flared with a golden light.
  The soft silver glow in Drake's eyes flared for a moment, then died back down.
  Whipping around, she glared at me with her eyes flaring.
  Her eyes were flaring with the wild untamed fire of her spirit.
  His eyes flared brilliantly, casting a silver light around the room.
  Her eyes flared like starlight, and a spirited fire crackled within her soul.
  He's door flew open, and there he stood, eyes flaring, glaring at me.
  Juniper's smile returned, her eyes flaring like a cat's.
  He blew around the corner, eyes flaring, whip whistling.
  Her other hand was grabbed by Samantha and her eyes were flaring.
  He had seen the surprise in her eyes when the red light had flared.
  Its red eyes flared, until they were luminous lanterns of broiling crimson light.
  He looked at her, eyes flaring, and then closed them.
  Eric had backed him up against the wall in the hallway, his eyes flaring.
  Then Peter's eyes flared silver and Katherine squealed and pulled back.
  She spun around, daggers ready and eyes flaring.
  Jen stopped next to the blond, her eyes flaring.
  Cassandra purred, her eyes flaring to life and glowing a soft red in the semi-darkness, from behind the netting of her hat.
2. 1.2 (of an emotion) suddenly become manifest in a person or their expression.
  alarm flared in her eyes
  tempers flared
  Example sentencesExamples
  Anger flared when the coroner, Dr Brian Farrell, offered his sympathy to the driver of the bus, a standard remark in most such cases.
  Johnny called out desperately, but knew once his brother's temper flared, it had to run its course, just as Father's did.
  His temper has flared and now is a bad time to let him regain his cool.
  Anger flared in Joe and he felt like shouting at her.
  Rage flared in Robert, briefly overriding all other emotions, and he spun round in angry defiance.
  Emotions flared during the game when Yao Ming had to be restrained from going after Josh Howard after a hard foul.
  His temper was flaring and it was about to go out of control.
  What shall I do to make their tempers flare a bit?
  Her hovering spirit very suddenly returned to her body, and she turned her head to look after the shadow, rage suddenly flaring in her heart.
  Nerves are on edge and tempers have flared a few times, including my own.
  Officers surrounded by a baying crowd of around 40 people called in reinforcements as tempers flared and the situation threatened to get out of control.
  Shock and outrage flared in one of the other men.
  ‘They aren't protruding,’ she said, her temper flaring once more.
  Though well-meaning, they argue, the intense attention to their street has meant tempers have flared continually over the past year.
  Adrian's temper was beginning to flare, his facial expressions narrowing.
  The incident was one of those moments when instant anger flared through my body.
  Jealousy flared through him; why should Bernard get Adeline?
  My temper was flaring and frustration surged through my body.
  All the anger that had flared seconds ago had been extinguished and now I could feel unshed tears burn the corner of my eyes.
  His parents separated; he left school and drifted from job to job; he picked up girls; he had a temper that could flare suddenly.
3. 1.3flare up (of an illness or chronic medical complaint) recur unexpectedly and cause further discomfort.
  Tracy's pain has flared up again, this time almost beyond enduring
4. 1.4 (especially of an argument, conflict, or trouble) suddenly become more violent or intense.
  a recurrent border dispute flared up again
  Example sentencesExamples
  Intense fighting has flared between Mehdi and Iraqi government forces in the southern city of al-Kut.
  The robber gives predictably blood-curdling answers as his temper flares at the thought.
  Tensions between Anglo and Muslim residents have flared before.
  His men were quoted as saying there are still tribal elements in the city who are resisting their control, and that the situation could flare into fighting if they do not back down.
  In the years ahead tensions over water may flare in regions outside the Middle East as well.
  The president has faced criticism for his habit of heading overseas just as domestic crises flare out of control.
  Nearly 250 priests have resigned or been dismissed from their duties since the crisis flared in January.
  He said the German's refusal to pay for the use of his van irritated him and when he tried to collect the fee, the intensity of the argument flared.
  As recently as last spring, a violent public response flared in Cincinnati under disturbingly familiar circumstances.
  US capital markets have also been a refuge for many in recent years as emerging market crises flared from Russia and Brazil.
  Periodic unrest has flared since, but yesterday's attack was among the worst.
  The attack took place as racial violence flared across the Pennines in Oldham after National Front supporters descended on the town to hold an illegal march.
  Synonyms
  recur, reoccur, reappear
5. 1.5flare up (of a person) suddenly become angry.
  she flared up, shouting at Jeff
  Example sentencesExamples
  But suddenly, she flared up and pushed him away.
  Synonyms
  lose one's temper, lose control, become enraged, go into a rage, fly into a passion, fly into a temper, boil over, boil over with rage, fire up, go berserk, throw a tantrum, explode
2often as adjective flaredGradually become wider at one end.
a flared skirt
the dress flared out into a huge train
Example sentencesExamples
- She was wearing a very short skirt which flared out a lot, so we could all see her underwear since we all stood lower than her.
- The bodice hugged my form and the skirt flared to give me enough room to run.
- Shanna got a long black skirt with a black shirt that flared at the cuffs.
- At her knees, the skirt flared out in an emphasizing bubble.
- Phoenix was wearing a long-sleeved forest green velvet dress that flared at the end of the sleeves.
- Her skirt was black and also flared out with the help of a crinoline petticoat underneath.
- It had long sleeves that slightly flared and over the dress she wore a slight scoop neck cloak.
- She was wearing a knee-length jean skirt that flared slightly at the bottom and cute sandals were on her dainty little feet.
- For example, you can see where zippers are located, how the shoulder line falls or if the skirt is flared.
- The dress flared at the waist and had one hell of a train on it.
- The dress hugged my body, but not to the point where it was skin tight, and the skirt flared out just slightly to accentuate my hips.
- I adore the simple white dress with the slightly flared sleeves.
- Her skirt flared evenly around her, as did her hair, forming a light-colored fan behind her head.
- The waist was small and tapered into a V, and the skirt flared out slightly, with filmy layers overlying the dress.
- Do not give us shirt or raglan sleeves, or ‘shirtwaister’ styles with blousy tops, or flared or pleated skirts in boring patterns.
- So dig out your best pair of platform boots, squeeze yourself into those flared hipsters, smooth out your huge wing collar, and saunter on over to the bright and shiny new glamvan blog.
- The bodice was fitting, but allowed movement, and the skirt flared out so that I could run about freely.
- She had on purple leggings that barely flared and a too-small white top with glittery purple spirals.
- The skirt flared out slightly at about hip-level, not very much though; it almost didn't have a waistline.
- It flared out gradually from the hips and there was a slit on two sides.
1. 2.1 (of a person's nostrils) dilate.
  his head lifted, his nostrils flaring
  Example sentencesExamples
  Father's nostrils flared as he registered what he was seeing, and in an instant he was striding into the room.
  Chino's nostrils flared, her ears pricked and her step got springy.
  Lexi's nostrils flared and she straightened her shoulders back.
  His nostrils flared, then his mouth set in a hard line.
  His nostrils flared considerably as he inhaled the deep odor.
  It was Sylvie's nose, straight and long, narrowing in the middle just a little before the nostrils flared.
  Lena's nostrils flared slightly then she grinned and kissed his lips softly.
  His nostrils flared and his great chest heaved as he searched frantically for any scent.
  Judging from the way his nostrils flared, I wouldn't be able to change whatever set route he was on.
  Erial's nostrils flared and her eyebrows moved down as she frowned.
  His nostrils flared taking in the scent of all the flora around him.
  Cargo's nostrils flared madly as he lectured Finn.
  Edward's nostrils flared as he everything came back to him.
  It may have been the wrong thing to mention because Monica began to chuckle slightly and Daniel's nostrils flared at her.
  His nostrils flared and he searched for the most effective words he could use.
  Her nostrils flared wide as she jerked back, away from me.
  Alicia's nostrils flared at the use of the old nick name.
  His nostrils flared, and his lips thinned to a slit line.
  The King's cheeks turned red and his nostrils flared.
  His nostrils flared but his ears were pricked; he was listening.
  Synonyms
  spread, broaden, widen, get wider, expand, splay
2. 2.2with object (of a person) cause (the nostrils) to dilate.
  Example sentencesExamples
  Her black hair was knotted up tight, her cheekbones stuck out very high, and her nostrils were flared.
  He flared his nostrils as he tried to distinguish the smell.
  He laughed as she flared her nostrils and picked up a piece of her sandwich.
  Now Gott was flaring his nostrils and slowly flexing his muscles.
  I said nothing and instead just passed her by in the kitchen, flaring my nostrils as the smell of yet another burnt pumpkin pie entered my system.
  Even when he was a child, he flared his nostrils, just out of habit.
  His nostrils were flared and his coat was sweaty from a run already completed with daily battle training.
  Mesa flared his nostrils, like a horse, and breathed in the deep autumn air.
  His nostrils were flared, and his eyes were white rimmed.
  He flared his nostrils, threatened anyone who decided to continue the Patience / Horse argument with violence.
  Having achieved the single most sinister moment on television this year, Gordon bares his teeth, flares his nostrils and pulls his face back into a rictus of a smile.
  Give it a go, you won't be sorry - just don't forget to flare those nostrils like you mean it.
  I flare my nostrils ever so slightly and still feel like I've been smashed in the face by a baseball bat.
  Bryony flared her nostrils, catching the scent of cooked meat.
  Her large nostrils were permanently flared in an expression of exceeding displeasure at the world in general.
  I like big noses, especially when the person is able to flare the nostrils at will.
  And then she threw back her head, flared her nostrils and stared at me.
  Tobias's nostrils were flared, and he had his arms held stiffly against his sides, with his hands clenched into fists.
  Syona lowered her head, lightly flaring her nostrils.
  I heard Rhett flare his nostrils and I took a half step back just in case he had a wand hidden in his pants.

Origin

Mid 16th century (in the sense ‘spread out one's hair’): of unknown origin. Current senses date from the 17th century.

单词	flare
释义	Definition of flare in English: flare noun flɛːflɛr 1A sudden brief burst of bright flame or light. the flare of the match lit up his face Example sentencesExamples Jonah desperately thumbed the lighter's switch one last time, and he was rewarded with a sudden flare of light. He was abruptly cut off as a brief flare of red light flickered around Lexa. In the brief flare, I could see the scared faces of those around me. I remember looking at him there, that shadowy figure sitting cross-legged on that cushion with his peaked ears twitching, his eyes flashing like a brief flare of sun off oil on water. His big eyes glinted with a sudden flare of light and Teera turned to see the camp going up in flames. She blinked for a moment against the bright flare of lights that exploded in her eyes, and waited for it to clear. There was a brief flare of white light, and the Goddess vanished, leaving only a smattering of loose tinsel behind. Amber reacted, her own light flashing brighter, a flare of red. A sudden flare of white light had the Paladin scrambling for his sword as a shadowed form draped in a cowl and cloak rose from the lake, mistily transparent. With each word her eyes turned bluer, and as she finished a flare of cerulean light blazed through my vision. The flares of light became more and more frequent, until they were solid. Keigen tried to find his friend in the dark, until a flare of light burst into flame beside him. Then comes the sudden flare of light from a thousand torches. The shadow warship exploded in a brilliant flare of yellow, orange, and white. A narrow doorway of an old house - a dark room - then a sudden flare of video lights, like a flash of lightning. In addition, however, it has repeatedly witnessed a sky flickering with ultraviolet flares, bursts and fast-moving streaks. She flinched away from a flare of white light, which slowly resolved itself into her bedroom. A flare of lightning lit the dark sky to a bright lavender, then darkness ruled again. A sudden flare of light caused her to raise her right arm protectively across her face. The brief flare of light showed him short hair, thin but not angular face, and dark eyes. Synonyms blaze, flash, dazzle, glare, burst unsteady flame, flicker, glimmer, shimmer, gleam 1.1 A device producing a very bright flame, used especially as a signal or marker. a distress flare as modifier a flare gun Example sentencesExamples Without these mittens, I would not have been able to even open the zipper on my survival vest, let alone try to work a flare or other signaling device. It's not a bad idea to include signaling devices such as mirrors, flares, etc., whether you are in a remote location or not! One by one the marker flares went out, swallowed by the approaching mass. I stumbled to the opening in the suit and pulled out one of the signal flares. One of their missions was to fire illumination flares to aid commercial and military aircraft that were forced to ditch at sea. The weapons, imported from eastern Europe, have been adapted from a miniature distress flare gun and can hold two bullets. A lost hunter with a flare gun, so goes the story, started the whole thing. Aruna pulled out a flare gun, and fired it up into the sky. Throughout the next four hours, we lit several smoke and flare signals, but the smoke dissipated each time in the trees before rising high enough to be effective. However, it is known that military aircraft using the countermeasures tend to eject lots of flares, just to be on the safe side. Another pulse of adrenaline shot through her, though it was a wonder she had any left after the past occurrences, and Sydney closed her eyes and aimed the flare gun into the sky. It can serve as a shotgun, an accurate big bore rifle, a handgun, and even as a flare gun. Attacks signaled by flares and coordinated remote mine attacks are not taught in training camps, but in military schools. Fury ran up the mountain, then turned and launched a flare, her signal to begin. Signaling measures have included flare guns, cell phones, hand gestures, and other communicative means. But by the time he got there the intruder had gone, stealing a number of items including a flare gun. Then, a flare shot up and signaled that the operation was to begin. I walked over to the door, opened it a crack, and stuck my hand out holding the flare gun. If I had flares or some other signaling device, I might have been able to get help and medical attention to him sooner, without having to do something risky like blocking traffic. Mr Long said in the past refuse collectors had found live gun cartridges and a distress flare among rubbish left out for them. Synonyms distress signal, rocket, Very light, beacon, light, flashlight, signal 1.2in singular A sudden burst of intense emotion. she felt a flare of anger within her Example sentencesExamples A flare of anger rose in the governess' chest. She looks away, ashamed of being seen with Robbie and a small flare of anger was burning in her heart. She felt a flare of emotion in her chest, but forced that down too - distraction was not needed. I hope he chokes on it, she thought, her fear being overcome by a flare of anger. Ronnie felt a flare of anger spring up and he clenched his hands into fists, shooting a glare at Jessica. He spoke, in a very businesslike tone, the sudden flare of anger gone from his voice and attitude. Dale felt a sudden flare of protectiveness, possessive anger, and a father's pride. As if she were sure I was to be punished, Rayne thought with a flare of anger. For some reason, this sent a flare of anger up in Jade, and she shoved him away and stood up, glaring at him. He was only reading it to inspire a flare of anger. Turning about, Jeremy felt a flare of anger as he saw the words on the wall at the head of the bed. With a flare of anger, he saw the pistol from his father's three-part collection, its dragon carving and sapphire eye unique among the display. His eyes widened a moment, a flare of sudden overwhelming emotion to which he could only stutter. Another flare of anger, that vanished almost immediately as I continued to avoid eye contact. She saw another soldier join the battle, and felt a flare of anger. I feel his lips curve into a smirk against my cheek and a flare of anger ignites within me. A small flare of obstinate anger reared up in her. A faint flare of anger had risen up in me, but I quickly extinguished the blaze. Something about his mild responses caused a flare of anger with Anne. She felt a flare of anger at this, but didn't respond. Synonyms burst, rush, attack, eruption, explosion, bout, spasm rare access 1.3 A sudden recurrence of an inflammation or other medical condition. corticosteroid treatment for colitis flares Example sentencesExamples Avoid sulfa antibiotics and be aware of oral contraceptives, both of which may induce flares. Often triggered by irritants in the air such as cigarette smoke, asthma flares involve contraction and swelling of the muscles lining the tiny airways. Whenever the patient stops treatment, a rash flare results, usually worse than the initial rash. Despite these problems, 64 percent said they had not visited a physician the last time their allergies flared up. When your eczema flares up (gets worse), use the medicine prescribed by your doctor. It can be present as a chronic condition, flaring up occasionally under stress. Other complications include acne flares and dermatitis - inflammation of the skin. Meanwhile, Suzi's illness still flares up, exacerbated by stress (being married to a goalie can't help much). Steroids and immunosuppressive drugs have been used for acute flares. But it was a placebo controlled study, and early use of another active compound such as weak 1% hydrocortisone may have also prevented such flares. These medications affect the immune system and may help maintain normal skin texture and reduce flares of atopic dermatitis. Almost all lupus patients take medication to control inflammation and reduce the risk of flares (periods when the disease gets worse). Patients may have less severe attacks between acute flares. Johnson's chronic back problems flared up during that same game. It's very common for adolescents to deny that they have asthma, so they may stop taking medications and have more flares and symptoms. Traditionally the treatment of atopic dermatitis has included the frequent use of emollients and the intermittent use of topical corticosteroids to control acute flares. But prednisone isn't a permanent cure, as Crohn's can flare up at any time, and eventually abdominal cramping, fatigue and chronic diarrhea returned. And asthma flares are the most common reason for pediatric emergency room visits due to a chronic illness. Intra-articular injection of steroid may be helpful in acute flares. The disease goes through periods of exacerbation and remission with no known triggers to alert the practitioner to when the condition will flare up. They can also be useful for treating acute flares with systemic symptoms. Poor nutrition can also make it more difficult to recover from flares of the disease. Sometimes chronic pain is just a nagging discomfort, but it can flare up into severe pain. Furthermore, an asymptomatic infection can flare up after weeks or months and suddenly start to cause symptoms. Agnes never complains when she has a flare of her eczema as she realises it ultimately saved her life. The condition may resolve late in pregnancy, but classically flares up again at delivery. Second, they don't address the cause of many flares: the hidden inflammation smoldering in a child's airways. Patients should be warned that they may suffer a pustular flare during the first few weeks of tretinoin therapy. These flares may be caused by other viral infections, or they may be secondary to viral reactivation and an unregulated immune response. Medication helps to both prevent flares and treat symptoms. 1.4Astronomy A sudden explosion in the chromosphere and corona of the sun or another star, resulting in an intense burst of radiation. See also solar flare Example sentencesExamples Violent events such as stellar flares, supernovae and the explosion of galactic nuclei produce a concoction of subatomic particles, primarily protons and electrons. Massive solar explosions called flares often accompany coronal mass ejections, which emit solar material and a magnetic field. Scientists are still figuring out the role of sunspots in space weather, but they do know that when a flare erupts, sunspots are often nearby. Note the white bands buried amid the black and gray sunspots, depicting the twin bands of the flare as it burst into view around the sunspots. Four minutes after the onset of the big flare, the Harvard Radio Astronomy Station at Fort Davis, Texas, began hearing radio noise from the Sun. 1.5Photography mass noun Extraneous illumination on film caused by internal reflection in the camera. Example sentencesExamples No Dogma film contains muck on the lens, intrusive lens flare, obvious boom and camera shadows, as this does. It is however very prone to lens flare - the lens hood basically can be no larger than a hood for a 150 mm lens. Prime lenses are less susceptible to lens flare and also have a closer minimum focusing distance than do zooms. I don't think we're seeing the effects of flare on the camera, though - it doesn't look like an optical effect. Light of this type can often cause lens flare and, if using auto focus, cause the camera to focus on the wrong subject. 2A gradual widening in shape, especially towards the hem of a garment. Example sentencesExamples It is loose cut through the leg, with a slight flare to add shape. I could actually feel the volume of the bass, and it seemed to me the flares of my trousers were flapping with every beat. The cashmere and leather were also cut into low-waisted, flat-fronted trousers cut neatly on the leg and swinging into a subtle, flattering flare at the bottom. No trousers with flares here; instead the cut was close fitting. Synonyms widening, spread 2.1flares Trousers whose legs get progressively wider from the knees down. Example sentencesExamples Always insist that black flares, safari suits, wide collared white shirts and high heeled shoes never go out of fashion. I found it hard to imagine Dad in flares. When Ian had moved into the room, the mould-peppered walls had been decorated with lurid orange-flowered wallpaper, redolent of stack heels, flares, beads and caftans. Strangely, his flares and cravats were once seen as the epitome of stylish excellence. It is an act of worship to the sixties and seventies - to flares and body shirts and all that glitters. Fashions of the time were tank tops, tonic suits and trousers, flares, and long hair all round. Mandy who was wearing an apple green, button down blouse and white flares was lying down on the bed staring at the ceiling. Cobain, a modern dandy in purple flares and kipper tie, is effervescently enthusiastic about all things mind - expanding. We tried on matching tank tops and flares, and practised hairstyles from Honey magazine. Kiss your flares good-bye - It's all about long and lean drain pipe pants. WE'VE had the Seventies revival in fashion and interiors, so I thought I'd revive a couple of old friends from the age of brown flares and orange tank tops. Platform boots, flares and wide lapels, satin suits and big hair dos, as well as lashings of glitter, will all be on the fashion menu as revellers relive the years of Abba's heyday. She was wearing dark name-brand low-rise flares and a pink polo shirt, large silver earrings and some glitzy heels. You knew you had achieved the ultimate look when your flares completely covered your feet, giving the distinctly eerie impression you were floating down the street. Angel wore black tight flares and a white tank top, and put her hair in a loose bun with a few strands hanging out, to which she added little chopstick things. She pointed down to the simple black flares and ice blue shirt that she had tossed on when she got home. And a pair of tight hip hugger blue jean flares with star patches all down the sides. They dressed me in a turquoise crocheted pullover, brown corduroy flares and open-toed sandals, while letting my hair grow very long. In correspondence with that, Susan found her some full, dark purple jean flares to go with it. Who knows… but if flares, kipper ties and tank tops can make a comeback then I guess anything's possible. 2.2mass noun An upward and outward curve of a ship's bows, designed to throw the water outwards when in motion. verb flɛːflɛr [no object] 1Burn or shine with a sudden intensity. the bonfire crackled and flared up behind him, lightning flared Example sentencesExamples Some residents jumped from windows as the blaze flared through the building's entrance. The spell died quickly, emerald flames flaring for a moment, then dissolving into nothing. A sudden rush of red-gold flame flared in the corner, and Rakael spoke. The flames flared and he climbed back into car, and drove away. Witnesses described the screams of panicked residents and said people leapt from windows as the blaze flared through the entrance hall of the building. On the horizon I can see great columns of smoke from burning wells, orange flame flaring at their base. Rilleta leaped lightly clear, and turned, flames flaring on her hands, ready to meet her death if she must. I saw the stars burn and flare against the velvety darkness. The ripples she had created by dipping her fingers caused the flame to flare and flicker. The torches flared upon the walls, and the firepit blazed forth its red warmth. Heart turned at a sudden crackle and watched as the demonic blades flared and burned, leaving not even scorches where they had fallen. As the sand hit it, the flame flared into angry whiteness and went out with a shower of sparks. The thief absently watched the flames flaring around her, hearing her own harsh breathing echo around her over the crackle of the flames. The maroon flames also rose and flared, before dying in a matter of seconds into a small pile of ashes. As a breeze swept over the rubble, patches of flame flared here and there. The flames on his log flared higher, showering sparks all over his body - the same body covered with mead. Synonyms blaze, flash, flare up, flame, burn unsteadily, burn violently, burn up gleam, glow, glisten, sparkle, glitter, flicker, glimmer, scintillate burn, blaze, be ablaze, be alight, be on fire, be in flames, flame, be aflame blaze up, burn up, go up, go up in flames literary be afire archaic be ardent 1.1 (of a situation or emotion) suddenly become intense or violent. tempers flared as supporters scuffled with other passengers the controversy flared up again in 2003 Example sentencesExamples Tensions between Anglo and Muslim residents have flared before. The robber gives predictably blood-curdling answers as his temper flares at the thought. His men were quoted as saying there are still tribal elements in the city who are resisting their control, and that the situation could flare into fighting if they do not back down. The attack took place as racial violence flared across the Pennines in Oldham after National Front supporters descended on the town to hold an illegal march. Intense fighting has flared between Mehdi and Iraqi government forces in the southern city of al-Kut. The president has faced criticism for his habit of heading overseas just as domestic crises flare out of control. He said the German's refusal to pay for the use of his van irritated him and when he tried to collect the fee, the intensity of the argument flared. In the years ahead tensions over water may flare in regions outside the Middle East as well. Nearly 250 priests have resigned or been dismissed from their duties since the crisis flared in January. As recently as last spring, a violent public response flared in Cincinnati under disturbingly familiar circumstances. Periodic unrest has flared since, but yesterday's attack was among the worst. US capital markets have also been a refuge for many in recent years as emerging market crises flared from Russia and Brazil. Synonyms recur, reoccur, reappear break out, burst out, start suddenly, burst forth, erupt 1.2flare up (of a person) suddenly become angry. she flared up, shouting at Geoffrey Example sentencesExamples But suddenly, she flared up and pushed him away. Synonyms lose one's temper, lose control, become enraged, go into a rage, fly into a temper/passion, boil over, boil over with rage, fire up, go berserk, throw a tantrum, explode informal blow one's top, fly off the handle, lose one's cool, get mad, go crazy, go wild, go bananas, hit the roof, go through the roof, go up the wall, see red, go off the deep end, blow a fuse/gasket, lose one's rag, go ape, burst a blood vessel, flip, flip one's lid, foam at the mouth, get all steamed up, get worked up, have a fit British informal go spare, go crackers, do one's nut, get one's knickers in a twist, throw a wobbly North American informal flip one's wig, blow one's lid/stack, have a cow, go postal, have a conniption fit vulgar slang go apeshit 2often as adjective flaredGradually become wider at one end. a flared skirt the dress flared out into a huge train Example sentencesExamples She was wearing a knee-length jean skirt that flared slightly at the bottom and cute sandals were on her dainty little feet. It flared out gradually from the hips and there was a slit on two sides. The dress hugged my body, but not to the point where it was skin tight, and the skirt flared out just slightly to accentuate my hips. At her knees, the skirt flared out in an emphasizing bubble. Her skirt was black and also flared out with the help of a crinoline petticoat underneath. Phoenix was wearing a long-sleeved forest green velvet dress that flared at the end of the sleeves. She was wearing a very short skirt which flared out a lot, so we could all see her underwear since we all stood lower than her. Do not give us shirt or raglan sleeves, or ‘shirtwaister’ styles with blousy tops, or flared or pleated skirts in boring patterns. She had on purple leggings that barely flared and a too-small white top with glittery purple spirals. Shanna got a long black skirt with a black shirt that flared at the cuffs. The dress flared at the waist and had one hell of a train on it. Her skirt flared evenly around her, as did her hair, forming a light-colored fan behind her head. So dig out your best pair of platform boots, squeeze yourself into those flared hipsters, smooth out your huge wing collar, and saunter on over to the bright and shiny new glamvan blog. The bodice hugged my form and the skirt flared to give me enough room to run. The bodice was fitting, but allowed movement, and the skirt flared out so that I could run about freely. For example, you can see where zippers are located, how the shoulder line falls or if the skirt is flared. The waist was small and tapered into a V, and the skirt flared out slightly, with filmy layers overlying the dress. It had long sleeves that slightly flared and over the dress she wore a slight scoop neck cloak. The skirt flared out slightly at about hip-level, not very much though; it almost didn't have a waistline. I adore the simple white dress with the slightly flared sleeves. 2.1 (of a person's nostrils) dilate. his head lifted fractionally, his nostrils flaring Example sentencesExamples Lena's nostrils flared slightly then she grinned and kissed his lips softly. His nostrils flared and his great chest heaved as he searched frantically for any scent. His nostrils flared and he searched for the most effective words he could use. Erial's nostrils flared and her eyebrows moved down as she frowned. Cargo's nostrils flared madly as he lectured Finn. Father's nostrils flared as he registered what he was seeing, and in an instant he was striding into the room. His nostrils flared, and his lips thinned to a slit line. His nostrils flared taking in the scent of all the flora around him. His nostrils flared, then his mouth set in a hard line. Chino's nostrils flared, her ears pricked and her step got springy. His nostrils flared but his ears were pricked; he was listening. The King's cheeks turned red and his nostrils flared. Her nostrils flared wide as she jerked back, away from me. His nostrils flared considerably as he inhaled the deep odor. Judging from the way his nostrils flared, I wouldn't be able to change whatever set route he was on. Lexi's nostrils flared and she straightened her shoulders back. Edward's nostrils flared as he everything came back to him. It was Sylvie's nose, straight and long, narrowing in the middle just a little before the nostrils flared. Alicia's nostrils flared at the use of the old nick name. It may have been the wrong thing to mention because Monica began to chuckle slightly and Daniel's nostrils flared at her. Synonyms spread, broaden, widen, get wider, expand, splay dilate 2.2with object (of a person) cause (the nostrils) to dilate. Example sentencesExamples His nostrils were flared and his coat was sweaty from a run already completed with daily battle training. Having achieved the single most sinister moment on television this year, Gordon bares his teeth, flares his nostrils and pulls his face back into a rictus of a smile. I heard Rhett flare his nostrils and I took a half step back just in case he had a wand hidden in his pants. I like big noses, especially when the person is able to flare the nostrils at will. And then she threw back her head, flared her nostrils and stared at me. He flared his nostrils, threatened anyone who decided to continue the Patience / Horse argument with violence. He flared his nostrils as he tried to distinguish the smell. Bryony flared her nostrils, catching the scent of cooked meat. Now Gott was flaring his nostrils and slowly flexing his muscles. His nostrils were flared, and his eyes were white rimmed. Her black hair was knotted up tight, her cheekbones stuck out very high, and her nostrils were flared. Syona lowered her head, lightly flaring her nostrils. I said nothing and instead just passed her by in the kitchen, flaring my nostrils as the smell of yet another burnt pumpkin pie entered my system. Give it a go, you won't be sorry - just don't forget to flare those nostrils like you mean it. Tobias's nostrils were flared, and he had his arms held stiffly against his sides, with his hands clenched into fists. Mesa flared his nostrils, like a horse, and breathed in the deep autumn air. I flare my nostrils ever so slightly and still feel like I've been smashed in the face by a baseball bat. He laughed as she flared her nostrils and picked up a piece of her sandwich. Her large nostrils were permanently flared in an expression of exceeding displeasure at the world in general. Even when he was a child, he flared his nostrils, just out of habit. Origin Mid 16th century (in the sense 'spread out one's hair'): of unknown origin. Current senses date from the 17th century. Rhymes affair, affaire, air, Altair, Althusser, Anvers, Apollinaire, Astaire, aware, Ayer, Ayr, bare, bear, bêche-de-mer, beware, billionaire, Blair, blare, Bonaire, cafetière, care, chair, chargé d'affaires, chemin de fer, Cher, Clair, Claire, Clare, commissionaire, compare, concessionaire, cordon sanitaire, couvert, Daguerre, dare, debonair, declare, derrière, despair, doctrinaire, éclair, e'er, elsewhere, ensnare, ere, extraordinaire, Eyre, fair, fare, fayre, Finisterre, flair, Folies-Bergère, forbear, forswear, foursquare, glair, glare, hair, hare, heir, Herr, impair, jardinière, Khmer, Kildare, La Bruyère, lair, laissez-faire, legionnaire, luminaire, mal de mer, mare, mayor, meunière, mid-air, millionaire, misère, Mon-Khmer, multimillionaire, ne'er, Niger, nom de guerre, outstare, outwear, pair, pare, parterre, pear, père, pied-à-terre, Pierre, plein-air, prayer, questionnaire, rare, ready-to-wear, rivière, Rosslare, Santander, savoir faire, scare, secretaire, share, snare, solitaire, Soufrière, spare, square, stair, stare, surface-to-air, swear, Tailleferre, tare, tear, their, there, they're, vin ordinaire, Voltaire, ware, wear, Weston-super-Mare, where, yeah Definition of flare in US English: flare nounflerflɛr 1A sudden brief burst of bright flame or light. the flare of the match lit up his face Example sentencesExamples His big eyes glinted with a sudden flare of light and Teera turned to see the camp going up in flames. There was a brief flare of white light, and the Goddess vanished, leaving only a smattering of loose tinsel behind. In addition, however, it has repeatedly witnessed a sky flickering with ultraviolet flares, bursts and fast-moving streaks. He was abruptly cut off as a brief flare of red light flickered around Lexa. In the brief flare, I could see the scared faces of those around me. The flares of light became more and more frequent, until they were solid. The brief flare of light showed him short hair, thin but not angular face, and dark eyes. I remember looking at him there, that shadowy figure sitting cross-legged on that cushion with his peaked ears twitching, his eyes flashing like a brief flare of sun off oil on water. She flinched away from a flare of white light, which slowly resolved itself into her bedroom. With each word her eyes turned bluer, and as she finished a flare of cerulean light blazed through my vision. A flare of lightning lit the dark sky to a bright lavender, then darkness ruled again. A sudden flare of white light had the Paladin scrambling for his sword as a shadowed form draped in a cowl and cloak rose from the lake, mistily transparent. Jonah desperately thumbed the lighter's switch one last time, and he was rewarded with a sudden flare of light. She blinked for a moment against the bright flare of lights that exploded in her eyes, and waited for it to clear. A sudden flare of light caused her to raise her right arm protectively across her face. The shadow warship exploded in a brilliant flare of yellow, orange, and white. Amber reacted, her own light flashing brighter, a flare of red. Then comes the sudden flare of light from a thousand torches. A narrow doorway of an old house - a dark room - then a sudden flare of video lights, like a flash of lightning. Keigen tried to find his friend in the dark, until a flare of light burst into flame beside him. Synonyms blaze, flash, dazzle, glare, burst 1.1 A device producing a bright flame, used especially as a signal or marker. as modifier a flare gun a helicopter spotted a flare set off by the crew Example sentencesExamples If I had flares or some other signaling device, I might have been able to get help and medical attention to him sooner, without having to do something risky like blocking traffic. Attacks signaled by flares and coordinated remote mine attacks are not taught in training camps, but in military schools. One by one the marker flares went out, swallowed by the approaching mass. A lost hunter with a flare gun, so goes the story, started the whole thing. Without these mittens, I would not have been able to even open the zipper on my survival vest, let alone try to work a flare or other signaling device. Throughout the next four hours, we lit several smoke and flare signals, but the smoke dissipated each time in the trees before rising high enough to be effective. Signaling measures have included flare guns, cell phones, hand gestures, and other communicative means. The weapons, imported from eastern Europe, have been adapted from a miniature distress flare gun and can hold two bullets. I walked over to the door, opened it a crack, and stuck my hand out holding the flare gun. Another pulse of adrenaline shot through her, though it was a wonder she had any left after the past occurrences, and Sydney closed her eyes and aimed the flare gun into the sky. It's not a bad idea to include signaling devices such as mirrors, flares, etc., whether you are in a remote location or not! But by the time he got there the intruder had gone, stealing a number of items including a flare gun. One of their missions was to fire illumination flares to aid commercial and military aircraft that were forced to ditch at sea. However, it is known that military aircraft using the countermeasures tend to eject lots of flares, just to be on the safe side. Mr Long said in the past refuse collectors had found live gun cartridges and a distress flare among rubbish left out for them. It can serve as a shotgun, an accurate big bore rifle, a handgun, and even as a flare gun. Fury ran up the mountain, then turned and launched a flare, her signal to begin. I stumbled to the opening in the suit and pulled out one of the signal flares. Then, a flare shot up and signaled that the operation was to begin. Aruna pulled out a flare gun, and fired it up into the sky. Synonyms distress signal, rocket, very light, beacon, light, flashlight, signal 1.2in singular A sudden burst of intense emotion. she felt a flare of anger within her Example sentencesExamples His eyes widened a moment, a flare of sudden overwhelming emotion to which he could only stutter. He was only reading it to inspire a flare of anger. She saw another soldier join the battle, and felt a flare of anger. A small flare of obstinate anger reared up in her. Ronnie felt a flare of anger spring up and he clenched his hands into fists, shooting a glare at Jessica. As if she were sure I was to be punished, Rayne thought with a flare of anger. For some reason, this sent a flare of anger up in Jade, and she shoved him away and stood up, glaring at him. She felt a flare of emotion in her chest, but forced that down too - distraction was not needed. She looks away, ashamed of being seen with Robbie and a small flare of anger was burning in her heart. He spoke, in a very businesslike tone, the sudden flare of anger gone from his voice and attitude. Dale felt a sudden flare of protectiveness, possessive anger, and a father's pride. I feel his lips curve into a smirk against my cheek and a flare of anger ignites within me. A flare of anger rose in the governess' chest. Something about his mild responses caused a flare of anger with Anne. Another flare of anger, that vanished almost immediately as I continued to avoid eye contact. She felt a flare of anger at this, but didn't respond. A faint flare of anger had risen up in me, but I quickly extinguished the blaze. With a flare of anger, he saw the pistol from his father's three-part collection, its dragon carving and sapphire eye unique among the display. Turning about, Jeremy felt a flare of anger as he saw the words on the wall at the head of the bed. I hope he chokes on it, she thought, her fear being overcome by a flare of anger. Synonyms burst, rush, attack, eruption, explosion, bout, spasm 1.3Astronomy A sudden explosion in the chromosphere and corona of the sun or another star, resulting in an intense burst of radiation. See also solar flare Example sentencesExamples Violent events such as stellar flares, supernovae and the explosion of galactic nuclei produce a concoction of subatomic particles, primarily protons and electrons. Note the white bands buried amid the black and gray sunspots, depicting the twin bands of the flare as it burst into view around the sunspots. Four minutes after the onset of the big flare, the Harvard Radio Astronomy Station at Fort Davis, Texas, began hearing radio noise from the Sun. Scientists are still figuring out the role of sunspots in space weather, but they do know that when a flare erupts, sunspots are often nearby. Massive solar explosions called flares often accompany coronal mass ejections, which emit solar material and a magnetic field. 1.4Photography Extraneous illumination on film caused by internal reflection in the camera. Example sentencesExamples I don't think we're seeing the effects of flare on the camera, though - it doesn't look like an optical effect. It is however very prone to lens flare - the lens hood basically can be no larger than a hood for a 150 mm lens. Prime lenses are less susceptible to lens flare and also have a closer minimum focusing distance than do zooms. No Dogma film contains muck on the lens, intrusive lens flare, obvious boom and camera shadows, as this does. Light of this type can often cause lens flare and, if using auto focus, cause the camera to focus on the wrong subject. 2in singular A gradual widening, especially of a skirt or pants. as you knit, add a flare or curve a hem Example sentencesExamples It is loose cut through the leg, with a slight flare to add shape. No trousers with flares here; instead the cut was close fitting. The cashmere and leather were also cut into low-waisted, flat-fronted trousers cut neatly on the leg and swinging into a subtle, flattering flare at the bottom. I could actually feel the volume of the bass, and it seemed to me the flares of my trousers were flapping with every beat. Synonyms widening, spread 2.1 An upward and outward curve of a vessel's bow, designed to throw the water outward when under way. verbflerflɛr [no object] 1Burn with a sudden intensity. the bonfire crackled and flared up the blaze across the water flared Example sentencesExamples Some residents jumped from windows as the blaze flared through the building's entrance. Witnesses described the screams of panicked residents and said people leapt from windows as the blaze flared through the entrance hall of the building. The ripples she had created by dipping her fingers caused the flame to flare and flicker. The spell died quickly, emerald flames flaring for a moment, then dissolving into nothing. The flames flared and he climbed back into car, and drove away. The maroon flames also rose and flared, before dying in a matter of seconds into a small pile of ashes. The flames on his log flared higher, showering sparks all over his body - the same body covered with mead. Heart turned at a sudden crackle and watched as the demonic blades flared and burned, leaving not even scorches where they had fallen. As the sand hit it, the flame flared into angry whiteness and went out with a shower of sparks. As a breeze swept over the rubble, patches of flame flared here and there. On the horizon I can see great columns of smoke from burning wells, orange flame flaring at their base. Rilleta leaped lightly clear, and turned, flames flaring on her hands, ready to meet her death if she must. A sudden rush of red-gold flame flared in the corner, and Rakael spoke. The thief absently watched the flames flaring around her, hearing her own harsh breathing echo around her over the crackle of the flames. The torches flared upon the walls, and the firepit blazed forth its red warmth. I saw the stars burn and flare against the velvety darkness. Synonyms blaze, flash, flare up, flame, burn unsteadily, burn violently, burn up burn, blaze, be ablaze, be alight, be on fire, be in flames, flame, be aflame 1.1 (of a light or a person's eyes) glow with a sudden intensity. her eyes flared at the stinging insult Example sentencesExamples Light flared as the candle affixed to one wall lit with a twitch of his power. I ran my nails down his back and his eyes flared in the light of the moon. She looked up at him and her eyes flared with a golden light. The soft silver glow in Drake's eyes flared for a moment, then died back down. Whipping around, she glared at me with her eyes flaring. Her eyes were flaring with the wild untamed fire of her spirit. His eyes flared brilliantly, casting a silver light around the room. Her eyes flared like starlight, and a spirited fire crackled within her soul. He's door flew open, and there he stood, eyes flaring, glaring at me. Juniper's smile returned, her eyes flaring like a cat's. He blew around the corner, eyes flaring, whip whistling. Her other hand was grabbed by Samantha and her eyes were flaring. He had seen the surprise in her eyes when the red light had flared. Its red eyes flared, until they were luminous lanterns of broiling crimson light. He looked at her, eyes flaring, and then closed them. Eric had backed him up against the wall in the hallway, his eyes flaring. Then Peter's eyes flared silver and Katherine squealed and pulled back. She spun around, daggers ready and eyes flaring. Jen stopped next to the blond, her eyes flaring. Cassandra purred, her eyes flaring to life and glowing a soft red in the semi-darkness, from behind the netting of her hat. 1.2 (of an emotion) suddenly become manifest in a person or their expression. alarm flared in her eyes tempers flared Example sentencesExamples Anger flared when the coroner, Dr Brian Farrell, offered his sympathy to the driver of the bus, a standard remark in most such cases. Johnny called out desperately, but knew once his brother's temper flared, it had to run its course, just as Father's did. His temper has flared and now is a bad time to let him regain his cool. Anger flared in Joe and he felt like shouting at her. Rage flared in Robert, briefly overriding all other emotions, and he spun round in angry defiance. Emotions flared during the game when Yao Ming had to be restrained from going after Josh Howard after a hard foul. His temper was flaring and it was about to go out of control. What shall I do to make their tempers flare a bit? Her hovering spirit very suddenly returned to her body, and she turned her head to look after the shadow, rage suddenly flaring in her heart. Nerves are on edge and tempers have flared a few times, including my own. Officers surrounded by a baying crowd of around 40 people called in reinforcements as tempers flared and the situation threatened to get out of control. Shock and outrage flared in one of the other men. ‘They aren't protruding,’ she said, her temper flaring once more. Though well-meaning, they argue, the intense attention to their street has meant tempers have flared continually over the past year. Adrian's temper was beginning to flare, his facial expressions narrowing. The incident was one of those moments when instant anger flared through my body. Jealousy flared through him; why should Bernard get Adeline? My temper was flaring and frustration surged through my body. All the anger that had flared seconds ago had been extinguished and now I could feel unshed tears burn the corner of my eyes. His parents separated; he left school and drifted from job to job; he picked up girls; he had a temper that could flare suddenly. 1.3flare up (of an illness or chronic medical complaint) recur unexpectedly and cause further discomfort. Tracy's pain has flared up again, this time almost beyond enduring 1.4 (especially of an argument, conflict, or trouble) suddenly become more violent or intense. a recurrent border dispute flared up again Example sentencesExamples Intense fighting has flared between Mehdi and Iraqi government forces in the southern city of al-Kut. The robber gives predictably blood-curdling answers as his temper flares at the thought. Tensions between Anglo and Muslim residents have flared before. His men were quoted as saying there are still tribal elements in the city who are resisting their control, and that the situation could flare into fighting if they do not back down. In the years ahead tensions over water may flare in regions outside the Middle East as well. The president has faced criticism for his habit of heading overseas just as domestic crises flare out of control. Nearly 250 priests have resigned or been dismissed from their duties since the crisis flared in January. He said the German's refusal to pay for the use of his van irritated him and when he tried to collect the fee, the intensity of the argument flared. As recently as last spring, a violent public response flared in Cincinnati under disturbingly familiar circumstances. US capital markets have also been a refuge for many in recent years as emerging market crises flared from Russia and Brazil. Periodic unrest has flared since, but yesterday's attack was among the worst. The attack took place as racial violence flared across the Pennines in Oldham after National Front supporters descended on the town to hold an illegal march. Synonyms recur, reoccur, reappear 1.5flare up (of a person) suddenly become angry. she flared up, shouting at Jeff Example sentencesExamples But suddenly, she flared up and pushed him away. Synonyms lose one's temper, lose control, become enraged, go into a rage, fly into a passion, fly into a temper, boil over, boil over with rage, fire up, go berserk, throw a tantrum, explode 2often as adjective flaredGradually become wider at one end. a flared skirt the dress flared out into a huge train Example sentencesExamples She was wearing a very short skirt which flared out a lot, so we could all see her underwear since we all stood lower than her. The bodice hugged my form and the skirt flared to give me enough room to run. Shanna got a long black skirt with a black shirt that flared at the cuffs. At her knees, the skirt flared out in an emphasizing bubble. Phoenix was wearing a long-sleeved forest green velvet dress that flared at the end of the sleeves. Her skirt was black and also flared out with the help of a crinoline petticoat underneath. It had long sleeves that slightly flared and over the dress she wore a slight scoop neck cloak. She was wearing a knee-length jean skirt that flared slightly at the bottom and cute sandals were on her dainty little feet. For example, you can see where zippers are located, how the shoulder line falls or if the skirt is flared. The dress flared at the waist and had one hell of a train on it. The dress hugged my body, but not to the point where it was skin tight, and the skirt flared out just slightly to accentuate my hips. I adore the simple white dress with the slightly flared sleeves. Her skirt flared evenly around her, as did her hair, forming a light-colored fan behind her head. The waist was small and tapered into a V, and the skirt flared out slightly, with filmy layers overlying the dress. Do not give us shirt or raglan sleeves, or ‘shirtwaister’ styles with blousy tops, or flared or pleated skirts in boring patterns. So dig out your best pair of platform boots, squeeze yourself into those flared hipsters, smooth out your huge wing collar, and saunter on over to the bright and shiny new glamvan blog. The bodice was fitting, but allowed movement, and the skirt flared out so that I could run about freely. She had on purple leggings that barely flared and a too-small white top with glittery purple spirals. The skirt flared out slightly at about hip-level, not very much though; it almost didn't have a waistline. It flared out gradually from the hips and there was a slit on two sides. 2.1 (of a person's nostrils) dilate. his head lifted, his nostrils flaring Example sentencesExamples Father's nostrils flared as he registered what he was seeing, and in an instant he was striding into the room. Chino's nostrils flared, her ears pricked and her step got springy. Lexi's nostrils flared and she straightened her shoulders back. His nostrils flared, then his mouth set in a hard line. His nostrils flared considerably as he inhaled the deep odor. It was Sylvie's nose, straight and long, narrowing in the middle just a little before the nostrils flared. Lena's nostrils flared slightly then she grinned and kissed his lips softly. His nostrils flared and his great chest heaved as he searched frantically for any scent. Judging from the way his nostrils flared, I wouldn't be able to change whatever set route he was on. Erial's nostrils flared and her eyebrows moved down as she frowned. His nostrils flared taking in the scent of all the flora around him. Cargo's nostrils flared madly as he lectured Finn. Edward's nostrils flared as he everything came back to him. It may have been the wrong thing to mention because Monica began to chuckle slightly and Daniel's nostrils flared at her. His nostrils flared and he searched for the most effective words he could use. Her nostrils flared wide as she jerked back, away from me. Alicia's nostrils flared at the use of the old nick name. His nostrils flared, and his lips thinned to a slit line. The King's cheeks turned red and his nostrils flared. His nostrils flared but his ears were pricked; he was listening. Synonyms spread, broaden, widen, get wider, expand, splay 2.2with object (of a person) cause (the nostrils) to dilate. Example sentencesExamples Her black hair was knotted up tight, her cheekbones stuck out very high, and her nostrils were flared. He flared his nostrils as he tried to distinguish the smell. He laughed as she flared her nostrils and picked up a piece of her sandwich. Now Gott was flaring his nostrils and slowly flexing his muscles. I said nothing and instead just passed her by in the kitchen, flaring my nostrils as the smell of yet another burnt pumpkin pie entered my system. Even when he was a child, he flared his nostrils, just out of habit. His nostrils were flared and his coat was sweaty from a run already completed with daily battle training. Mesa flared his nostrils, like a horse, and breathed in the deep autumn air. His nostrils were flared, and his eyes were white rimmed. He flared his nostrils, threatened anyone who decided to continue the Patience / Horse argument with violence. Having achieved the single most sinister moment on television this year, Gordon bares his teeth, flares his nostrils and pulls his face back into a rictus of a smile. Give it a go, you won't be sorry - just don't forget to flare those nostrils like you mean it. I flare my nostrils ever so slightly and still feel like I've been smashed in the face by a baseball bat. Bryony flared her nostrils, catching the scent of cooked meat. Her large nostrils were permanently flared in an expression of exceeding displeasure at the world in general. I like big noses, especially when the person is able to flare the nostrils at will. And then she threw back her head, flared her nostrils and stared at me. Tobias's nostrils were flared, and he had his arms held stiffly against his sides, with his hands clenched into fists. Syona lowered her head, lightly flaring her nostrils. I heard Rhett flare his nostrils and I took a half step back just in case he had a wand hidden in his pants. Origin Mid 16th century (in the sense ‘spread out one's hair’): of unknown origin. Current senses date from the 17th century.
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