The bonfire crackled and popped in the night air.

Meaning: The large fire made a series of sharp, short sounds and sudden, sharp sounds in the air that was present during the night.

Choice of Words: Bonfire is a large fire that is built outdoors, often for social or ceremonial purposes. Crackled means to make a series of sharp, short sounds. Popped means to make a sudden, sharp sound. Night air is the air that is present during the night.

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