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ball of fire

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ball of fire and fireball
an energetic and ambitious person; a go-getter. That guy is a real ball of fire when it comes to sales. I don't want to hire some young fireball. I need wisdom and thoughtfulness.
See also: ball, fire
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The Ball of Fire burned fiercely for a time, and the voice said, "Bring me proof that the Wicked Witch is dead, and that moment I will give you courage.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Baum, L. Frank View in context
The door of the hut was open, the moon lay low on the sky like a ball of fire far away.
Nada The Lily by Haggard, Rider H. View in context
Here, in a very short time, its flame gradually expanded, and grew brighter, until it became of the size of a man’s head, when it continued to shine a steady ball of fire.
The Pioneers by Cooper, James Fenimore View in context
 
 
 
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