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Recent Examples of sparker
Fans were quick to notice the sparker on her ring finger.
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Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023
Nolan's robust franchise-sparker continues to astonish, thanks largely to practical effects work and the director's expert melding of the art house and the multiplex.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 17 Feb. 2023
The album is not only a masterpiece of creativity but also a sparker of it.
—Vogue, 9 Nov. 2022
The plate then converts water into oxy-hydrogen (a combustible gas that used to be widely used) which ignites a sparker, shooting the robot into the air.
—Lauren Sigfusson, Discover Magazine, 26 Oct. 2017
Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023
Nolan's robust franchise-sparker continues to astonish, thanks largely to practical effects work and the director's expert melding of the art house and the multiplex.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 17 Feb. 2023
The album is not only a masterpiece of creativity but also a sparker of it.
—Vogue, 9 Nov. 2022
The plate then converts water into oxy-hydrogen (a combustible gas that used to be widely used) which ignites a sparker, shooting the robot into the air.
—Lauren Sigfusson, Discover Magazine, 26 Oct. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sparker
Noun
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Fostering partnerships with diverse perspectives can illuminate knowledge gaps and spark innovation.—
Jim Stevenson,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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As a result, outdoor burning is strongly discouraged, and residents are urged to avoid any activities that could create sparks or flames.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2025
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In a statement to The Daily Mail, police inspector Alex Dale said that several people immediately rushed to assist the two passengers and helped them to safety before the aircraft burst into flames.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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The scientists — who conduct genetic sampling of endangered salmon to check the species’ stock status and survival — routinely work with chemicals that can burn skin, erupt into flames and cause cancer.—
Lisa Song,
ProPublica,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Black bag, my dear — her work trip sets off a chain reaction in which George’s strength, i.e., faith in their relationship, becomes his weakness.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2025
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Of course, Joe and I discussed the difference and the relationship between noise and music, which was a theme dear to the futurists.—
Billboard Italy,
Billboard,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Cabot Creamery butter lovers may want to check their fridges following a recent recall.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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E-book lovers can also get the Kindle edition of The Handmaid’s Tale for free with a Kindle Unlimited membership; learn more here.—
Danielle Directo-Meston,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Your Partner Will Never Meet Every Need At some point, most couples arrive at the same realization: your partner can’t be your soulmate, therapist, best friend, financial planner or emotional anchor all at once.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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This brings us to another important distinction between twin flames and soulmates, of course.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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Long a favorite of the Twins’ player development group, Keirsey, who turns 28 in May, made his first Opening Day roster.—
Dan Hayes,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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But this is a puncher’s chance; Denver won’t enter the playoffs as an overwhelming favorite.—
Tony Jones,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Sparker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sparker. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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