as in rubble
the portion or bits of something left over or behind after it has been destroyed
a new and more splendid city was built on the ashes of the old
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What ignites or instigates that response, outside of being done with the machine?—
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As Soledad battles a legal system riddled with corruption, inequality and skewed patriarchal values, Julieta’s case ignites a wave of outrage and solidarity, giving rise to a powerful movement demanding justice.—
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Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS SWEET REVENGE – Aaron Rodgers torches former Jets team with 4 touchdowns in Steelers debut victory.—
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This one goal for Dolphins and another for Hurricanes will define success or failure in 2025 // Strobe lights?—
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As such, wardrobe styling and other modes of non-verbal communication — from raising an eyebrow or throwing a cutting look to the way one lights a cigarette or sways to a disco beat — were particularly key to creating character.—
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The star of Big Little Lies confessed her new film, Caught Stealing, kindles a powerful yearning for some aspects of the era.—
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This 24-Day Craft Christmas Advent Calendar kindles the creative spirit during the festive season.—
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The metric that could give you better workouts What exercise burns the most calories?—
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Bicycling typically burns more calories than walking; however, additional factors must be considered to make an accurate comparison.—
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One deputy stops his SUV, opens the door, stands up from the driver’s seat and immediately fires two shots at the fleeing suspect.—
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There's an accelerator that fires electrons at a piece of metal to generate those X-rays.—
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The shingles vaccine is up to 97% effective in preventing the condition caused by the herpes zoster virus, which inflames nerves and causes painful rashes.—
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“Ashes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ashes. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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