burning

Definition

  • adjective: on fire
  • adjective: being on fire
  • synonyms: fiery, consuming, intense

Examples

  • She was 'burning for' a chance to prove herself. [=she wanted very much to get a chance to prove herself]

  • ('humorous') “We were talking about you last night.” “That explains why I 'felt my ears burning'.”

  • She was 'burning with' anger at his rudeness. [=she was very angry because of his rudeness]

Movie quotes

  • (..) There's not much time left in the world, Sarah. Kyle, don't go! Kyle! It's like a giant strobe light, burning right to my eyes. Somehow l can still see. Look, we know the dream's the same every night. Why do we have to... Please continue. (..)
    1991 Terminator 2: Judgment Day