flare up vs go up in flames

flare up

verb
  • To burn brightly again. 

  • To become more intense suddenly. 

  • To burst out suddenly, as in anger. 

go up in flames

verb
  • To catch fire. 

  • To be cancelled or ruined without any hope of return. 

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