flare-up
flare
flɛr
fler
up
ʌp
ap
/flˈeəɹˈʌp/

Definition & Meaning of "flare-up"in English

Flare-up
01

a sudden intense happening

Grammatical Information
02

(of a disease or condition) a sudden return or aggravation of symptoms, particularly after a period without any problems or pain

03

a sudden and intense expression of anger or hostility

Examples
There was a flare-up of tension during the debate.
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