Flame
Lighter
Lighter noun - A substance used to ignite or kindle a fire.
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In modern times, some people may hold up their cell phones instead; there's even smartphone apps intended to simulate a lighter's flame.
Source: Raised Lighter Tribute -
Your Mime Makes It Real: In Way Out West, Stan has the ability to flick his thumb like a lighter lighter and produce a flame, much to the consternation of Oliver.
Source: Creator / Laurel and Hardy -
Because the lighter tends not to be a flame, but a spark (they tend run out of juice to quickly if you keep them turned to the full setting).
Source: Couldn't Find a Lighter
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