Definition of "tinder-box" [tinder-box]

• Alternative spelling of tinder box. (noun)

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• "While in some places like Saudi Arabia, where a high standard of living for its citizens keeps a similar situation from combusting, Tunisia's economy cannot keep this tinder-box from lighting as we are seeing."
• "Picking up the lamp, I fumbled in my pocket for a tinder-box, coming up with gloves only."
• "Back in October of 2008 I wrote this piece: Sarah Palin in engaging in tinder-box politics is a danger to our national security and you will see clear and concise evidence of how she was able to stoke the fires of hate and fear."