ignited

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If the solids blacken when ignited, the water contains organic matter.

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  • But Patrick's greed had been ignited, and he refused to hear any arguments to the contrary I'm telling you, lad," Patrick kept repeating, "I've seen this kid from Kansas City. —  AHMM,July-August2006
  • It ignited, and revealed the pale face of Batters, framed between the tent and flap Great Cćsar! —  Canoe Boys and Campfires Adventures on Winding Waters
  • The door was ignited, and was adding to the fury of the flames, and Philip shouted with joy at the success of his attempt Now, miserable despoiler of the dead--now, wretched thief, now you shall feel my vengeance," cried Philip, with a loud voice. —  The Phantom Ship
  • It was very evident that some of the rum casks had ignited, as was afterwards ascertained, by a candle having been carelessly left burning in the hold All hopes of saving the ship were now abandoned. —  Will Weatherhelm The Yarn of an Old Sailor
  • A blue-light was instantly ignited, the bright glare of which must, it was hoped, penetrate to the very bottom of the ship. —  The Three Admirals
 

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