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Keywords: embers, overhaul, kindle, latent, ignition

To kindle again.

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Repeat ignition of a previously burning structure within the same day. Sometimes erroneously used for any fire response to the scene of a previous fire regardless of how long ago the fire occurred.

nf2g.com

kindle anew, as of a fire

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Reignition due to latent heat, sparks, or embers or due to presence of smoke or steam.

nwcg.gov

An instance where fire department is called back to a location because of re-ignition by latent heat, sparks, or embers or due to presence of smoke or steam. A rekindle is considered somewhat of a professional embarrassment due to inadequate opening up or overhauling. Re-ignition seven or eight hours after a severe fire is not unusual and is one reason why watch lines and details should be maintained for a considerable time after a major fire.

firenet.org

A return to flaming combustion after incomplete extinguishment, such as a fire re-igniting at some time after being put out. Residual heat and hidden embers may restart a fire several hours after it has been declared out if overhauling has not been sufficiently thorough.

jus.state.nc.us

The re-ignition of a fire because of latent heat, sparks, or smoldering embers; can be prevented by proper overhaul.

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Keywords: hopes, love, arouse, her

arouse again; "rekindle hopes"; "rekindle her love"

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