The campfire flickers, casting dancing shadows on the surrounding trees.

Meaning: The fire in the campfire burns unsteadily, creating moving shadows on the trees around it.

Choice of Words: Campfire is a fire built outdoors, usually for cooking or providing warmth. Flickers means to burn unsteadily with a wavering flame. Casting means to throw or send out. Dancing means moving in a lively and graceful way. Shadows are dark areas where light is blocked.

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