prairie fire
/ˈprɛːri ˌfʌɪə/noun
1A wildfire on a prairie. Frequently in similative use, especially as the type of something that spreads uncontrollably.
2 Figurative. Something which spreads or develops rapidly or uncontrollably.
Origin
Early 19th century. From prairie + fire.
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