spark
Definition
A small, fiery particle thrown off from a fire or generated by friction or impact.
A flash of light produced by electrical discharge.
A lively, energetic quality or a sense of potential excitement in a person or situation.
To initiate or provide the catalyst for a sudden action or process.
Examples
My toaster only works when it decides that spitting a literal spark at my breakfast is an acceptable culinary technique.
He hoped to find a romantic spark, but found only the static electricity generated by his oversized wool sweater.
One cynical tweet was enough to spark an internet argument that lasted longer than the Roman Empire.
Watching the interns try to assemble furniture without a single spark of logic is my favorite office pastime.
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