Internet Phenomena

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noun A digital wildfire is a term used to describe the rapid spread of information or content online, often in a viral manner.

adjective The adjective 'digital' describes the type of wildfire, indicating that it pertains to the digital realm or online environment.

  • The spread of misinformation on social media platforms can be compared to a digital wildfire, quickly reaching a large audience.
  • When a controversial post goes viral, it's like a digital wildfire that everyone is talking about.
  • That rumor about the celebrity breakup spread like a digital wildfire on Twitter.
  • The hacker's release of sensitive information caused a digital wildfire of panic and chaos in the company.