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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Flare-up (A).
 
A rumpus or row. Also a banquet or jovial treat. The first meaning is simply the substantive of the verb. The second meaning refers to dazzle and “splendour” displayed.   1
 


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