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noun • a shape that spreads outward • a sudden burst of flame • a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate • reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation • a sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms • a sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference • an unwanted reflection in an optical system (or the fogging of an image that is caused by such a reflection) • a sudden outburst of emotion • a device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification • a short forward pass to a back who is running toward the sidelines • (baseball) a fly ball hit a short distance into the outfield verb • burn brightly • become flared and widen, usually at one end • shine with a sudden light • erupt or intensify suddenly | ||||||||
| 22% | 6 | A signal fire or light set up in a high or prominent position as a warning, signal, or celebration. | ||||||
noun • a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance • a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes • a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships verb • shine like a beacon • guide with a beacon | ||||||||
| 22% | 8 | A signal to repeat or respond to a previous signal | ||||||
noun • a return call • the recall of an employee after a layoff | ||||||||
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