For the college reunion, they challenged each other to finish a round of Flaming Doctor Peppers without flinching.

During the historical reenactment, the display crew kept the restored flame throwers locked behind glass and labeled for safety.

The building code requires limits on flame spread for all interior finishes.

The laboratory tested a new flame retardant to ensure it met safety standards.

I ran into my old flame at the coffee shop and we talked for an hour.

At the reunion, several old flames bumped into each other and shared awkward smiles.

Every spring the old flame tree in the courtyard erupts into a riot of scarlet blossoms, drawing birds and neighbors alike.

The flame trees along the boulevard burst into bright red blossoms every spring.

Many online communities suffer when flame wars derail productive discussion.

Many spiritual communities discuss how twin flames can catalyze deep personal transformation.