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Roman candle n
a firework that produces a continuous shower of sparks punctuated by coloured balls of fire [so called from its having been originated in Italy] ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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"A person who, because he has corns himself, always treads on other people's toes," answered the Roman Candle in a low whisper; and the Cracker nearly exploded with laughter. The city clocks were striking nine as they got out into the bay, and the island fireworks seemed to be over, for no rocket answered the last Roman candle that shone on the Aunt-hill. |
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