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firestorm

[ˈfaɪərˌstɔːrm]

firestorm Definition

  • 1a very intense and destructive fire that creates a whirlwind of flames and strong winds
  • 2a sudden and intense reaction to an event, especially a public controversy

Using firestorm: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "firestorm" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The city was devastated by the firestorm.

  • Example

    The company faced a firestorm of criticism after the controversial advertisement.

  • Example

    The politician's comments on social media caused a firestorm of reactions.

firestorm Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with firestorm

  • create/start a firestorm

    to cause a sudden and intense reaction to something, especially a public controversy

    Example

    The celebrity's tweet created a firestorm of criticism.

  • to survive a difficult situation or controversy

    Example

    The company managed to weather the firestorm of negative publicity.

  • a sudden and intense reaction to a political event or decision

    Example

    The government's new policy caused a political firestorm in the country.

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Summary: firestorm in Brief

The term 'firestorm' [ˈfaɪərˌstɔːrm] refers to a very intense and destructive fire or a sudden and intense reaction to an event, especially a public controversy. It can be used to describe both natural and social phenomena, such as 'The city was devastated by the firestorm' and 'The company faced a firestorm of criticism after the controversial advertisement.' The phrase 'create/start a firestorm' denotes causing a sudden and intense reaction, while 'weather the firestorm' means to survive a difficult situation or controversy.

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