Might mean (unverified): Intensify or increase existing situation.
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▸ verb:  Alternative form of fan the flames [(idiomatic) To intensify or worsen an already difficult situation.]

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ignite, kindle, fuel, stoke, inflame, autoignite, burn, enfire, tind, accend, more...

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ignite, kindle, fuel, stoke, inflame, autoignite, burn, enfire, tind, accend, more...



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