1
as in eruption
the act or an instance of exploding
the explosion of the first atomic bomb at Hiroshima
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2
as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
the explosion of patriotic feeling that the country experienced after that momentous event
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3
as in scene
an outburst or display of excited anger
the tennis player's expletive-enriched explosions on the court tested the patience of officials
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Recent Examples of explosion
Beneath the motorhome, investigators found several propane cylinders, raising concerns about the potential for a catastrophic explosion, the sheriff continued.
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Jason Volack, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2025
The past few decades have seen an explosion in the Lone Star State's wine production, with the number of Texan wineries soaring from around 20 in the 1980s to roughly 450 today, according to industry body Texas Wine Growers.
—Mark Weinstein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Apr. 2025
No one has claimed responsibility for the explosion.
—Victoria Butenko, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2025
The explosion and ensuing spill killed 11 workers and leaked for 87 days.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2025
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Jason Volack, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2025
The past few decades have seen an explosion in the Lone Star State's wine production, with the number of Texan wineries soaring from around 20 in the 1980s to roughly 450 today, according to industry body Texas Wine Growers.
—Mark Weinstein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Apr. 2025
No one has claimed responsibility for the explosion.
—Victoria Butenko, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2025
The explosion and ensuing spill killed 11 workers and leaked for 87 days.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for explosion
Noun
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Leonard has been a solid scorer throughout this series, including his 39-point eruption in Game 2.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Our study exemplifies how seismology combined with rock physics models and petrological analysis can resolve the detailed structure and composition of a volcanic system, critical for assessing eruption hazard.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Whimsical, preppy, and versatile, these hues add a burst of freshness into any space, designers say.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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April 2025 The Star: The cards suggest April will bring a refreshing burst of hope and clarity for you, Aries, as The Star invites you to reconnect with your dreams and aspirations.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Authorities have said the death toll could have been higher after law enforcement recovered two explosive devices hidden in coolers near the scene.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The scene feels uncannily real, and that’s the point.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2025
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Ultimately more than 300 pounds of explosive precursor materials, hazardous chemicals, firearms and remote detonation devices were found in his home, vehicle and office, prosecutors said.—
Alex Stone,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2025
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In Bullet Train Explosion, a train has to maintain 100kmh speed to prevent a detonation, and much chaos and tension follows.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Nothing but quick and shocking outbursts of violence can pierce the movie’s surfaces of overheated restraint.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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But Al-Sheikh has also drawn attention for a succession of public outbursts, many over issues that appear petty.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
24 Apr. 2025
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The chute opens, and rambunctious No. 2 bursts out with an impatient huff.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.—
Oshan Jarow,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
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Many koalas endured injuries, burns and smoke inhalation in the blaze, which burned approximately 5,436 acres, according to government officials.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 Apr. 2025
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According to an April 21 Facebook post from the West Springfield Fire Department in Massachusetts, firefighters responding to a car fire discovered a surprise near the scene of the blaze.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Is There Any Correlation With Peer Earnings? Occasionally, the performance of peers can impact the stock reaction following earnings.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Chemicals, allergies, adverse reactions to certain medications and some cancers can also cause meningitis.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Explosion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explosion. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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