flare up

Meaning: If something like a conflict or an illness flares up, it suddenly becomes worse.

Synonym: erupt

For example:

flare up Julia's skin condition flares up whenever she gets stressed out by something.
flare up It can be dangerous in this city. Fighting among street gangs can flare up at any time.

Quick Quiz:

Whenever her stomach condition flares up, Janet has to

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