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adjective · noun

blazing

adj. · n.
US /ˈbɫeɪzɪŋ/ UK /blˈeɪzɪŋ/ blaz·ing

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    adj.burning very brightly and strongly.

    adj.characterized by tremendous intensity of thermal energy or light.

    Simple

    We had to wear sunglasses because of the blazing afternoon sun.

    In context

    The hikers sought shelter from the blazing midday sun, which had already begun to scorch the exposed ridges of the canyon.

  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate Informal

    adj.moving or happening at a very high speed.

    adj.proceeding at an extremely high velocity; often used to describe pace or speed.

    Simple

    The runner finished the race with a blazing sprint to the finish line.

    In context

    The new processor operates at blazing speeds, handling complex calculations in a fraction of the time required by previous models.

    rapidbreaknecklightning
  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate

    adj.showing very strong feelings, especially anger.

    adj.marked by extreme fervor, passion, or anger.

    Simple

    The two neighbors had a blazing row about the broken fence.

    In context

    A blazing argument erupted during the board meeting when the CEO's integrity was questioned by the shareholders.

  4. 04 C1 Advanced Literary

    n.the act of burning or shining very brightly.

    n.the action or state of burning with a bright flame or intense heat.

    Simple

    The blazing of the campfire kept the wolves away during the night.

    In context

    The sudden blazing of the signal fire atop the hill alerted the surrounding villages to the approaching fleet.

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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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