extinguish in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Definition
To extinguish means to put out or quench a fire or flame.
Crossword clues for extinguish
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "extinguish".
- Put out a flame.
- Quench the fire.
- Stop the blaze.
- Douse the flames.
- End the fire.
Extinguish sentence examples
- The firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the raging blaze that engulfed the building.
- She quickly grabbed a blanket to extinguish the small fire that had started on the stovetop.
- It is crucial to extinguish the candle before leaving the room to prevent any accidents.
- The sudden rain helped to extinguish the wildfires that had been threatening the nearby homes.
- He used a fire extinguisher to effectively extinguish the flames that erupted from the barbecue grill.