We roasted marshmallows over the open flames.

Meaning: This means that we were cooking the marshmallows over the fire.

Choice of Words: Roasted means to cook something over an open fire, while flames means the burning part of a fire. Together, they describe what we were doing with the marshmallows.

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We cooked marshmallows over the fire.

Meaning: This sentence also describes the action of cooking marshmallows, but it uses more general terms.

Choice of Words: Cooked is a more general term for preparing food by applying heat. Over still means on top of or above something. Fire can refer to any burning substance, but in this context, it likely refers to a campfire or other controlled burn.

We toasted marshmallows by the campfire.

Meaning: This sentence describes the action of cooking marshmallows over an outdoor fire, emphasizing the direct heat and the setting.

Choice of Words: Toasted is another term for cooking something over an open fire, but it specifically refers to exposing food to direct heat, causing it to brown or become crispy. By means near or beside something. Campfire refers to a fire built outdoors for cooking, warmth, or recreation.

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