firestorm
/ˈfaɪərˌstɔːrm/
noun
- A very large and intense fire that creates its own wind and spreads rapidly, often causing widespread destruction.
- Firefighters struggled to contain the firestorm as it leaped across the highway.
- The wildfire turned into a firestorm, consuming entire neighborhoods in hours.
- The bombing caused a firestorm that destroyed much of the city.
- A sudden and intense outburst of criticism, controversy, or strong emotion.
- Her resignation caused a firestorm of speculation among the staff.
- The CEO's comments sparked a firestorm of protest on social media.
- The new policy created a political firestorm in the capital.
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