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noun spɑːkspɑrk 1A small fiery particle thrown off from a fire, alight in ashes, or produced by striking together two hard surfaces such as stone or metal. a log fire was sending sparks on to the rug figurative angry sparks were flashing in her eyes Example sentencesExamples - The Duke threw his piece of meat into the fire, causing sparks, and got up.
- In a panic, he sprayed the computer with the makeshift flamethrower, and the monitor of his computer exploded in a shower of sparks and fire.
- When the glass was empty, Jacob shook his head, throwing off sparks.
- Their swords clashed together, emitting sparks, and making a horrible screeching sound.
- Berndon shouted when he finally coaxed the small spark into a flaming fire.
- She shaded her eyes and crouched beside him, the fire crackling and sending sparks into the morning air.
- The two work well together, striking sparks when the need arises.
- Once again the floor was filled with sparks and fire.
- Keep the woodpile far enough away from the fire so sparks and flames cannot reach it.
- The pipes are broken and, caused by metal rubbing hard against metal, sparks ignite the gas.
- Some of the footprints still held the fire sparks in them.
- The striking of steel against steel threw dazzling sparks in every direction.
- Not only did it protect him from predators, it also helped him in his hunt for food and it provided him with the sparks needed to make fire.
- A full moon hung over the small camp, the sparks from the fire dancing in its glow.
- Rannyn rolled his eyes and threw more wood on the fire sending sparks everywhere.
- Two stones rubbed themselves together and a spark lit and a fire was kindled on the wood piece.
- Special effects such as fire, smoke and sparks add greatly to the atmosphere.
- 1.1 A small flash of light produced by a sudden disruptive electrical discharge through the air.
there was a spark of light Synonyms flash, flicker, flare, glint, twinkle, scintillation, streak, spot, pinprick - 1.2 An electrical discharge that ignites the explosive mixture in an internal combustion engine.
2A small amount of a quality or intense feeling. a tiny spark of anger flared within her Example sentencesExamples - She squeezed lightly and I turned to face her, saw the compassion and grief and the tiny spark of hope burning in those icy blue eyes.
- Through a series of chance encounters, Allie and Noah meet once more and find the spark of their previous romance is still very much alive.
- The real passion, the spark of life, takes place in the kitchen.
- That thought kindled a tiny spark of hope in Sorsha.
- I hate being quizzed, so a little spark of anger flared in me.
- She saw in his eyes a spark of anger and trepidation, as he said nothing.
- Finally a spark of anger flared in her mother's eyes.
- A spark of hope flared, when he thought of how it could've happened so long ago.
- She looked up and over at me, a spark of anger in her eyes.
- The pretty green eyes didn't hold a trace of disgust or annoyance, just mild interest and a spark of something close to fear.
- In a spark of anger he hated everything about Amy, from her ugly light brown hair, to her even uglier sneakers.
- No one in this film shows a spark of charismatic quality, much less any halfhearted attempts at believable characterization.
- He laughed at me, which sent a small spark of anger through me but I was too tired to really care.
- In response, a sudden spark of intense jealousy stabbed through Kaezik before he stifled it and pushed it firmly from his thoughts.
- He looked up, meeting Mac's gaze with a spark of curiosity.
- Vicky's eyes darted anxiously and there was a spark of fear.
- I tried to ignore the spark of interest that entered her eyes.
- Did I imagine it or was there a gleam of expectation, a spark of hope in his eyes?
- When I was around him, his face seemed to show a small spark of happiness.
- Ann's eyes narrowed and Ryan saw a spark of anger there.
Synonyms particle, iota, jot, whit, glimmer, flicker, atom, speck, bit, trace, vestige, ounce, shred, crumb, morsel, fragment, grain, drop, spot, mite, tittle, jot or tittle, modicum, hint, touch, suggestion, whisper, suspicion, scintilla informal smidgen, smidge, tad Irish informal stim archaic scantling, scruple - 2.1 A sense of liveliness and excitement.
there was a spark between them at their first meeting Example sentencesExamples - Nothing has a spark or spirit of contemporary Aphex Twin.
- It was a memorable concert, but it lacked the energy and spark that I'd heard on his live albums.
- What was the initial spark that got you interested in acting?
- The lyrics don't seem to communicate anything, and there's no vitality, passion, or spark in the musical performance.
- The job just didn't provide me with the spark, excitement, and the security I needed.
- She had that gleam in her eyes, that nutty, excited spark.
- Your creative spark is stronger, and your sense of confidence and flow calms everyone around you.
- And it reminds you, I think, when you work with young actors and young film-makers, that spark that you initially had.
Synonyms liveliness, animation, life, bounce, sparkle, effervescence, fizz, verve, spirit, pep, spiritedness, ebullience, high spirits, enthusiasm, initiative, vitality, vivacity, fire, dash, go, panache, elan, snap, zest, zeal, exuberance vigour, energy, gusto, drive, push, brio, dynamism informal feistiness, get-up-and-go, gumption, oomph, pizzazz, vim, zing, zip
3informal Used as a nickname for a radio operator or an electrician, especially in the armed forces. I know a Sparks so I'll get him to look over it
verb spɑːkspɑrk 1no object Emit sparks of fire or electricity. the ignition sparks as soon as the gas is turned on Example sentencesExamples - The electricity sparked and sections of the subway began to catch fire.
- The fire crackled and sparked, sending small bits of flame into the crisp night air.
- The fire popped and sparked as if trying to answer, but it had only temporarily broken the silence.
- Fire sparked, rose to a peak and danced under heated fumes that rose, tore at its periphery and crumbled to ashes.
- The fire sparked, then relit, recovering its flames with unnerving speed.
- 1.1 Produce sparks at the point where an electric circuit is interrupted.
2with object Ignite. the explosion sparked a fire Example sentencesExamples - The Reavers sat near the fire pit they had gathered; one lit the kindling, sparking a roaring fire in the middle of the morning.
- He tried sparking a fire with some dry grass and twigs and a piece of flint he had found but was unsuccessful.
- The blue lights in the centre sparked a little with the remaining power, but all the light soon died away and all that remained was the moonlight.
- If you get enough methane in a basement, you can spark an explosion.
- Many dogs have chewed through dangerous items like extension cords and the like. This of course can injure the dog severely or even spark a fire.
- If you have sufficient physical energy but are feeling dull and languid, you need a movement pattern with some creative fire to spark your life force.
- Quickly, what was it that sparked the light bulb?
- If they are placed under rugs or carpets, heat can build and spark a fire.
- 2.1 Provide the stimulus for (an event or process)
the trial sparked a furious row the severity of the plan sparked off street protests Example sentencesExamples - He was by no means the type of man anyone would expect to spark the sexual revolution of the 1960s, but he did.
- Enquiries by the Economist sparked a crisis meeting which took up most of Thursday.
- America's announcement in January 1950 of plans to develop the H-bomb sparked the beginnings of a global anti-nuclear protest movement.
- The 1998 Biodevastation Gathering sparked subsequent events in Seattle, New Delhi, Boston, San Diego and Toronto.
- The delivery giant's founder recalls how he started it, what made it take off, and why it helped spark a revolution in business
- Sigman also plans to spark growth through aggressive marketing.
- While he said he didn't know exactly what sparked his outburst, there is little doubt that it was connected to the frequent intimidation he suffered at school.
- The definition of ‘medically necessary procedures’ has also sparked debate.
- The 1905 Russian Revolution was sparked off by a peaceful protest held on January 22nd.
- Pellegrino, for example, says consumer comments often spark packaging changes.
- Well, this news sparked the famous debate, fruit or vegetable?
- Those provocative words have sparked an emotional debate and strong reactions.
- The notion that the cinema's closure somehow sparked the riots is well considered and not totally unbelievable.
- The defendant was in control insofar as he had created a foreseeable danger, which could have been sparked off by an innocent event.
- I'm always on the lookout for imagery that will spark my painting process.
- This last question has sparked an interesting debate.
- No question, the computer age has sparked major changes in business and in everyday lives.
- Since the beginning of the year, this political shift has sparked a debate on the exploitation of ancient sites and their images for commercial ends.
- The most recent economic downturn has actually sparked an increase in spending on the tailored marketing vehicles.
- Ethnic rivalries then produced sharp struggles among the emerging Congolese political parties and sparked severe riots in Brazzaville in 1959.
Synonyms give rise to, cause, lead to, set in motion, occasion, bring about, bring on, begin, start, initiate, precipitate, prompt, trigger (off), set off, touch off, provoke, incite, stimulate, stir up
Phrases informal Completely unconscious. I think he would knock Bowe spark out Example sentencesExamples - Two years ago, big Manny Siaca, now a light-heavyweight, was ahead on points against Mitchell before the champion knocked him spark out in the last round.
- One of Ali's greatest admirers is the man who once came very close to being knocked spark out on live television by the selfsame Ali.
- His wife found him on the settee spark out with his phone still in his hand, so being the loving wife she went to put it on charge for him.
- I didn't just stop him last time: I knocked him spark out.
- I turn my back to him to check the mixing desk and when I turn round he's spark out, cigarette hanging from his bottom lip and guitar still slung across his body.
An encounter becomes heated or lively. sparks always fly when you two get together Example sentencesExamples - At times, she swore she saw a few sparks fly in the space between the two.
- One day someone will get Tiga and Kelis on a track together, and watch the sparks fly when they do.
- From the very first he had seen the sparks fly between them, but he had never imagined that it would come to this.
- Lisa was disappointed, she really wanted to see sparks fly between the two of them.
- What kind of sparks fly when Olivia realizes her dreams of a lazy weekend are thwarted?
- Olschok seems more preoccupied by attempting to thrill the audience than he his trying at make sure sparks fly between the two leads.
- I at least want the opportunity, and the chance to see if the sparks fly like I have been dreaming they will!
- Sure Ben was nice and held me when I needed comforting but Trevor's touch made sparks fly for some reason.
- The moment you two met in that studio, the moment your hands touched, I saw sparks fly.
- Watch the sparks fly in some churches if and when such a discussion takes place.
strike sparks off each other (or one another) (of two or more people) creatively inspire each other while working on something. part of the art of opera is to strike sparks off one another Example sentencesExamples - They were best friends all day, striking sparks off each other and revelling in the whole occasion: high-fiving and bantering and telling each other how great they were.
- As befits such music, the singers of Bampton opera are all fine ensemble players, striking sparks off each other, and clearly enjoying the often ridiculous fun of these pieces.
- She and Brian strike sparks off each other in a bad way.
- Diana Quick and Madeleine Potter strike sparks off each other that ignite the theatre, the play and the audience.
Derivatives adjective At Zamsure, Young Buffaloes and their fellow servicemen Riflemen played to a goalless draw in a sparkless match which both sides seemed to be content with though Buffaloes needed to win to be comfortable. Example sentencesExamples - Such was the sparkless nature of the game that if either goalkeeper had gone off to rest in the Woodlands stadium terraces, he would never have been missed.
Origin Old English spærca, spearca, of unknown origin. Rhymes arc, ark, Bach, bark, barque, Braque, Clark, clerk, dark, embark, hark, impark, Iraq, Ladakh, Lamarck, lark, macaque, marc, mark, marque, narc, nark, Newark, park, quark, sark, shark, snark, stark, Vlach verb spɑːkspɑrk [no object]archaic Engage in courtship. he went a sparking among the rosy country girls
Origin Early 16th century: probably a figurative use of spark1. nounspɑrkspärk 1A small fiery particle thrown off from a fire, alight in ashes, or produced by striking together two hard surfaces such as stone or metal. Example sentencesExamples - Not only did it protect him from predators, it also helped him in his hunt for food and it provided him with the sparks needed to make fire.
- Their swords clashed together, emitting sparks, and making a horrible screeching sound.
- Two stones rubbed themselves together and a spark lit and a fire was kindled on the wood piece.
- Keep the woodpile far enough away from the fire so sparks and flames cannot reach it.
- Some of the footprints still held the fire sparks in them.
- The striking of steel against steel threw dazzling sparks in every direction.
- A full moon hung over the small camp, the sparks from the fire dancing in its glow.
- Rannyn rolled his eyes and threw more wood on the fire sending sparks everywhere.
- She shaded her eyes and crouched beside him, the fire crackling and sending sparks into the morning air.
- The two work well together, striking sparks when the need arises.
- The pipes are broken and, caused by metal rubbing hard against metal, sparks ignite the gas.
- Berndon shouted when he finally coaxed the small spark into a flaming fire.
- In a panic, he sprayed the computer with the makeshift flamethrower, and the monitor of his computer exploded in a shower of sparks and fire.
- When the glass was empty, Jacob shook his head, throwing off sparks.
- The Duke threw his piece of meat into the fire, causing sparks, and got up.
- Once again the floor was filled with sparks and fire.
- Special effects such as fire, smoke and sparks add greatly to the atmosphere.
- 1.1 A small flash of light produced by a sudden disruptive electrical discharge through the air.
there was a spark of light Synonyms flash, flicker, flare, glint, twinkle, scintillation, streak, spot, pinprick - 1.2 An electrical discharge serving to ignite the explosive mixture in an internal combustion engine.
2A trace of a specified quality or intense feeling. a tiny spark of anger flared within her Example sentencesExamples - She squeezed lightly and I turned to face her, saw the compassion and grief and the tiny spark of hope burning in those icy blue eyes.
- When I was around him, his face seemed to show a small spark of happiness.
- No one in this film shows a spark of charismatic quality, much less any halfhearted attempts at believable characterization.
- Ann's eyes narrowed and Ryan saw a spark of anger there.
- He laughed at me, which sent a small spark of anger through me but I was too tired to really care.
- The real passion, the spark of life, takes place in the kitchen.
- The pretty green eyes didn't hold a trace of disgust or annoyance, just mild interest and a spark of something close to fear.
- Did I imagine it or was there a gleam of expectation, a spark of hope in his eyes?
- She looked up and over at me, a spark of anger in her eyes.
- Finally a spark of anger flared in her mother's eyes.
- I tried to ignore the spark of interest that entered her eyes.
- In a spark of anger he hated everything about Amy, from her ugly light brown hair, to her even uglier sneakers.
- That thought kindled a tiny spark of hope in Sorsha.
- Vicky's eyes darted anxiously and there was a spark of fear.
- Through a series of chance encounters, Allie and Noah meet once more and find the spark of their previous romance is still very much alive.
- She saw in his eyes a spark of anger and trepidation, as he said nothing.
- He looked up, meeting Mac's gaze with a spark of curiosity.
- A spark of hope flared, when he thought of how it could've happened so long ago.
- In response, a sudden spark of intense jealousy stabbed through Kaezik before he stifled it and pushed it firmly from his thoughts.
- I hate being quizzed, so a little spark of anger flared in me.
Synonyms particle, iota, jot, whit, glimmer, flicker, atom, speck, bit, trace, vestige, ounce, shred, crumb, morsel, fragment, grain, drop, spot, mite, tittle, jot or tittle, modicum, hint, touch, suggestion, whisper, suspicion, scintilla - 2.1 A sense of liveliness and excitement.
there was a spark between them at their first meeting Example sentencesExamples - Your creative spark is stronger, and your sense of confidence and flow calms everyone around you.
- What was the initial spark that got you interested in acting?
- She had that gleam in her eyes, that nutty, excited spark.
- Nothing has a spark or spirit of contemporary Aphex Twin.
- The job just didn't provide me with the spark, excitement, and the security I needed.
- It was a memorable concert, but it lacked the energy and spark that I'd heard on his live albums.
- And it reminds you, I think, when you work with young actors and young film-makers, that spark that you initially had.
- The lyrics don't seem to communicate anything, and there's no vitality, passion, or spark in the musical performance.
Synonyms liveliness, animation, life, bounce, sparkle, effervescence, fizz, verve, spirit, pep, spiritedness, ebullience, high spirits, enthusiasm, initiative, vitality, vivacity, fire, dash, go, panache, elan, snap, zest, zeal, exuberance
verbspɑrkspärk 1no object Emit sparks of fire or electricity. the ignition sparks as soon as the gas is turned on Example sentencesExamples - The fire crackled and sparked, sending small bits of flame into the crisp night air.
- The fire popped and sparked as if trying to answer, but it had only temporarily broken the silence.
- Fire sparked, rose to a peak and danced under heated fumes that rose, tore at its periphery and crumbled to ashes.
- The electricity sparked and sections of the subway began to catch fire.
- The fire sparked, then relit, recovering its flames with unnerving speed.
- 1.1 Produce sparks at the point where an electric circuit is interrupted.
2with object Ignite. the explosion sparked a fire Example sentencesExamples - He tried sparking a fire with some dry grass and twigs and a piece of flint he had found but was unsuccessful.
- Many dogs have chewed through dangerous items like extension cords and the like. This of course can injure the dog severely or even spark a fire.
- Quickly, what was it that sparked the light bulb?
- If they are placed under rugs or carpets, heat can build and spark a fire.
- If you have sufficient physical energy but are feeling dull and languid, you need a movement pattern with some creative fire to spark your life force.
- If you get enough methane in a basement, you can spark an explosion.
- The blue lights in the centre sparked a little with the remaining power, but all the light soon died away and all that remained was the moonlight.
- The Reavers sat near the fire pit they had gathered; one lit the kindling, sparking a roaring fire in the middle of the morning.
- 2.1 Provide the stimulus for (a dramatic event or process)
the severity of the plan sparked off street protests Example sentencesExamples - The defendant was in control insofar as he had created a foreseeable danger, which could have been sparked off by an innocent event.
- The definition of ‘medically necessary procedures’ has also sparked debate.
- No question, the computer age has sparked major changes in business and in everyday lives.
- Pellegrino, for example, says consumer comments often spark packaging changes.
- Well, this news sparked the famous debate, fruit or vegetable?
- The notion that the cinema's closure somehow sparked the riots is well considered and not totally unbelievable.
- This last question has sparked an interesting debate.
- The 1905 Russian Revolution was sparked off by a peaceful protest held on January 22nd.
- The delivery giant's founder recalls how he started it, what made it take off, and why it helped spark a revolution in business
- He was by no means the type of man anyone would expect to spark the sexual revolution of the 1960s, but he did.
- I'm always on the lookout for imagery that will spark my painting process.
- The most recent economic downturn has actually sparked an increase in spending on the tailored marketing vehicles.
- America's announcement in January 1950 of plans to develop the H-bomb sparked the beginnings of a global anti-nuclear protest movement.
- Sigman also plans to spark growth through aggressive marketing.
- Those provocative words have sparked an emotional debate and strong reactions.
- Since the beginning of the year, this political shift has sparked a debate on the exploitation of ancient sites and their images for commercial ends.
- While he said he didn't know exactly what sparked his outburst, there is little doubt that it was connected to the frequent intimidation he suffered at school.
- Enquiries by the Economist sparked a crisis meeting which took up most of Thursday.
- The 1998 Biodevastation Gathering sparked subsequent events in Seattle, New Delhi, Boston, San Diego and Toronto.
- Ethnic rivalries then produced sharp struggles among the emerging Congolese political parties and sparked severe riots in Brazzaville in 1959.
Synonyms give rise to, cause, lead to, set in motion, occasion, bring about, bring on, begin, start, initiate, precipitate, prompt, trigger, trigger off, set off, touch off, provoke, incite, stimulate, stir up
Phrases informal Completely unconscious. I think he would knock Bowe spark out Example sentencesExamples - Two years ago, big Manny Siaca, now a light-heavyweight, was ahead on points against Mitchell before the champion knocked him spark out in the last round.
- I didn't just stop him last time: I knocked him spark out.
- One of Ali's greatest admirers is the man who once came very close to being knocked spark out on live television by the selfsame Ali.
- I turn my back to him to check the mixing desk and when I turn round he's spark out, cigarette hanging from his bottom lip and guitar still slung across his body.
- His wife found him on the settee spark out with his phone still in his hand, so being the loving wife she went to put it on charge for him.
An encounter becomes heated or lively. sparks always fly when you two get together Example sentencesExamples - I at least want the opportunity, and the chance to see if the sparks fly like I have been dreaming they will!
- At times, she swore she saw a few sparks fly in the space between the two.
- What kind of sparks fly when Olivia realizes her dreams of a lazy weekend are thwarted?
- One day someone will get Tiga and Kelis on a track together, and watch the sparks fly when they do.
- The moment you two met in that studio, the moment your hands touched, I saw sparks fly.
- Watch the sparks fly in some churches if and when such a discussion takes place.
- Olschok seems more preoccupied by attempting to thrill the audience than he his trying at make sure sparks fly between the two leads.
- Sure Ben was nice and held me when I needed comforting but Trevor's touch made sparks fly for some reason.
- Lisa was disappointed, she really wanted to see sparks fly between the two of them.
- From the very first he had seen the sparks fly between them, but he had never imagined that it would come to this.
Origin Old English spærca, spearca, of unknown origin. verbspɑrkspärk [no object]archaic Engage in courtship. he went a sparking among the rosy country girls
Origin Early 16th century: probably a figurative use of spark. |