flash point

Noun

Meaning

the lowest temperature at which the vapor of a combustible liquid can be ignited in air

point at which something is ready to blow up

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After extensive study, the Commission issued a final border ruling in April 2002, which awarded some territory to each side, but Badme (the flash point of the conflict) was awarded to Eritrea. Source: Internet

Although the Taiwan straits remain a potential flash point, regular direct air links were established in 2009. Source: Internet

China’s leader, Xi Jinping, has made one of his boldest political gambits yet, wagering that he can tame Hong Kong through national security legislation, despite the risk of fresh upheavals there and a new flash point with the United States. Source: Internet

Hazards Pyridine has a flash point (the lowest temperature at which it can vaporize to form an ignitable mixture in air) of only 17 °C and is, therefore, highly flammable. Source: Internet

The flash point of a liquid fuel is the lowest temperature at which it can form an ignitable mix with air. Source: Internet

Testing becomes a flash point in the Senate hearing. Source: Internet

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