idiom
Spark an Idea
spark an eye-DEE-uh
/spɑːrk æn aɪˈdiːə/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
sparkanidea
Dictionary meaning
To trigger or ignite a new creative thought or concept, often unexpectedly or through a stimulus.
Examples
- A visit to the local market sparked an idea for an entirely new product category.
- Great teachers spark ideas in their students that grow long after they've left the classroom.
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