be on fire

be on fire(
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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. estar en llamas
Everyone out! The building is on fire!¡Fuera de aquí! ¡El edificio está en llamas!
b. estar ardiendo
Julie, your marshmallow is on fire! - That's the way I like it!¡Julie, tu malvavisco está ardiendo! - ¡Así me gusta!
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
(slang)
(to be doing very well)
a. estar increíble
Get it, Rachel! You're on fire!¡Dale, Rachel! ¡Estás increíble!
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