On fire

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adjective

Literally burning, ignited on fire.

The house is on fire!
Visual representation of "on fire" - Literally burning, ignited on fire.

Often appears as...

  • house on fire
  • car on fire
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Visual representation of "on fire"
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Urgency

Used when an immediate response is required to a dangerous situation.

Illustration for Urgency
Call 911, the car is on fire!
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Alarm

Indicates a serious, often destructive incident, prompting quick action.

Illustration for Alarm
We need to evacuate; the building on fire!
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Observation

Describes the visual experience of seeing flames engulfing something.

Illustration for Observation
I looked outside and saw the field was on fire.
Visual representation of the word "On fire"

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