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strike a match

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strike a match
to light a match by rubbing it on a rough surface. Mary struck a match and lit a candle. When Sally struck a match to light a cigarette, Jane said quickly, "No smoking, please."
See also: match, strike
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uk STRIKE A MATCH We painted the doors, wardrobes and skirtings to match the bed's striking shade of blue.
Out with the old ..in with the bold by Sunday Mail (Glasgow, Scotland)
Recorder Andrew Mainds told him: "For pity's sake never strike a match again other than to light a cigarette, and, if it is a cigarette, make sure it is not cannabis.
'Bullied' man started blaze; LYE: Hostel tenant spared jail over fire ... by Birmingham Mail (England)
Over the next 20 minutes she persuaded the woman not to strike a match she was holding - which would have caused a massive explosion.
WHY I RISKED MY LIFE TO STOP SUICIDE by Sunday Mercury (Birmingham, England)
 
 
 
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