The fire crackled merrily, casting a warm glow on the room.

Meaning: The fire made a happy sound and gave off a warm light in the room.

Choice of Words: Crackled is the past tense of crackle, which means to make a series of sharp, snapping sounds. Merrily means that the fire made a cheerful and lively sound. Glow is a noun that refers to a soft, warm light.

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