Pronunciation: /bɜrn θruː/
verb to pass through or penetrate something by burning
A1 The candle burned through quickly.
A2 The fire burned through the rope, setting the boat free.
B1 The acid burned through the metal, creating a hole.
B2 The virus burned through the population, causing widespread illness.
C1 The intense heat burned through the protective gear, causing injury.
C2 The corruption scandal burned through the government, leading to multiple resignations.
adverb in a manner that involves burning through something
A1 The candle burned through quickly.
A2 The wildfire burned through the forest in a matter of hours.
B1 The virus spread rapidly, burning through the population.
B2 The company's funds were burning through at an alarming rate.
C1 The intense heat burned through the metal, leaving it warped and twisted.
C2 The hacker was able to burn through the company's security measures with ease.
formal The laser beam was able to burn through the thick metal door.
informal I can't believe how quickly he burned through all his money.
slang She's so talented, she can burn through a song like nobody's business.
figurative Her determination allowed her to burn through any obstacles in her way.
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