ball of fire

noun phrase

: a person of unusual energy, vitality, or drive

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Steve Walker, who lives nearby, felt the impact and rushed outside to find a ball of fire. — Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026 Suddenly, a brilliant ball of fire engulfed the shuttle. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026 The video, captured by an airport camera, showed the engine come off the plane in a ball of fire as the jet raced down the runway. — Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 20 May 2026 Multiple balls of fire could be seen arcing through the sky in the video, consistent with munitions, such as those used by air defense systems, burning. — Avery Schmitz, CNN Money, 3 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ball of fire

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1900, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of ball of fire was circa 1900

Rhymes for ball of fire

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“Ball of fire.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ball%20of%20fire. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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