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dynamite

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verb

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Recent Examples of dynamite
Adjective
Maiava has at least four starters back on his offensive line, which will block for a potentially dynamite rushing tandem of Waymond Jordan and King Miller. — Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 But Bernard’s move is a gambit, meant to create a distraction while the Mechanical guerrillas set off dynamite charges in the mines, for reasons as yet unrevealed. — Noel Murray, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Verb
These live versions dynamite that meditative hollow or expand it to the size of a megachurch. — Mitch Therieau, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2026 In 1969, Palestinian fighters used the area here — with Lebanon’s blessing — to wage attacks on Israel, prompting Israeli soldiers to dynamite 17 houses in Kfar Chouba. — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dynamite
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dynamite
Adjective
  • Her excellent debut, 2007’s Free Food for Millionaires, features upwardly mobile Korean Americans whose desire for security Lee portrayed both sympathetically and critically.
    — Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • If that feels unattainable, though, Baldino’s other spots are equally excellent and open to anyone.
    — Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • But her list kept growing in the Eighties, when Hoffs suddenly blew up into a wildly famous rock star.
    — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026
  • On September 7 two other mathematicians used their program (and AI) to produce a blowup for a frictionless fluid—considered a major step toward blowing up Navier-Stokes.
    — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 21 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • So Kelce reported to camp in terrific shape and looking svelte and nimble despite all the hoopla, especially around the wedding.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Our present condition is deplorable on account of a terrific burden of unemployment caused by overproduction.
    — J. B. MacKinnon, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The block that houses Monarch Donuts will soon be demolished as construction starts on a new retail and residential development called the Arcadia Town Center.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Some are also concerned that the president's proposal for the arch, along with other projects like the ballroom and threats to demolish the Kennedy Center, could significantly alter Washington's landscape.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 21 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Indeed, as much as Chicago has looked to past mayors as larger-than-life figures, the city rarely has accomplished anything great without the active involvement of its business community.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Evolution When asked about the greatest innovation of humans, people will often say language or fire.
    — Hannah Little, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • That set off a frenzy among people in those neighborhoods and community organizers who don’t want houses torn down.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 20 Sep. 2026
  • When the new tower opens, Vicari said the old tower just to its west will be torn down.
    — Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • His homemaker mother Leonor (a superb Maude Sandham) and his 17-year-old sister Ilse (Karoline Watson) complete the immaculate family portrait, but there’s unrest there too.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Now, however, the boutique physical media label Fun City Editions has released a superb Blu-ray of the film, featuring both a gorgeous restoration and illuminating supplements.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Just this man, essentially destroying himself while his friend watched.
    — Fiction Non Fiction, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The European Union’s ban on destroying unsold apparel, clothing accessories and footwear began applying to large companies July 19.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

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“Dynamite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dynamite. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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