1
as in eruptions
the act or an instance of exploding
the explosion of the first atomic bomb at Hiroshima
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2
as in bursts
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 scenes
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 explosions
Multiple explosions were heard in Tehran, with blasts lighting up the sky and turning it orange, according to reports from the Iranian capital.
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Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 7 Mar. 2026
Grainy black-and-white videos show explosions destroying Iran’s ships, missiles and missile launchers.
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Two other explosions, in August and September, damaged dozens of homes and left more than 20 people injured.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Saturday on reports of a structure fire and explosions.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
The post, which was later deleted, accompanied a video appearing to show fiery explosions captured from an in-flight aircraft.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
In Jordan, several explosions believed to be missiles being intercepted were heard along with the sound of fighter jets.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
At least three explosions were heard Saturday evening near the Intelligence Ministry building in northern Tehran, witnesses said, adding that air defense systems had begun operating there.
—Dallas Morning News, 28 Feb. 2026
Thermal runaway is a self-sustaining chain reaction where a little bit of pressure or heat starts producing even more heat, leading to a rapid rise in temperature that can trigger deadly fires or explosions.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 7 Mar. 2026
Grainy black-and-white videos show explosions destroying Iran’s ships, missiles and missile launchers.
—Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Two other explosions, in August and September, damaged dozens of homes and left more than 20 people injured.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Saturday on reports of a structure fire and explosions.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
The post, which was later deleted, accompanied a video appearing to show fiery explosions captured from an in-flight aircraft.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
In Jordan, several explosions believed to be missiles being intercepted were heard along with the sound of fighter jets.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
At least three explosions were heard Saturday evening near the Intelligence Ministry building in northern Tehran, witnesses said, adding that air defense systems had begun operating there.
—Dallas Morning News, 28 Feb. 2026
Thermal runaway is a self-sustaining chain reaction where a little bit of pressure or heat starts producing even more heat, leading to a rapid rise in temperature that can trigger deadly fires or explosions.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for explosions
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Researchers isolated phenomena including the El Niño weather phase, volcanic eruptions and solar irradiance.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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These include El Niño, volcanic eruptions and the solar cycle, which influence temperatures in the short term, masking long-term changes.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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For a company built around celebration — Fourth of July backyard shows, wedding sendoffs and bursts of color in the sky — the routine has become an uneasy one.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Another displacement or weakening of the polar vortex is underway, which can allow bursts of Arctic air to spill into the Midwest and Northeast at times, according to AccuWeather lead long-range meteorologist Paul Pastelok.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
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The shocking scenes were documented by several influencers in the emirate, including DJ Will Bailey, who shared a video of himself on the decks at a Dubai beach club as missiles were being launched nearby.—
Tamara Hardingham-Gill,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Mike Asfall, president of Beverly Hills/Hollywood Branch of the NAACP, said he’s been working behind the scenes with city officials and the police chief over issues of race and policing.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Given the prospect of nuclear war, humanity’s arsenal could indeed wipe out every living human on Earth from detonations and the ensuing fallout.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
4 Mar. 2026
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Remote detonations are also used to trigger slides intentionally and remove risky buildup before skiers are allowed on the slopes, said Chris Lundy, an avalanche specialist with the National Avalanche Center.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2026
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But recent outbursts of dissent in some regions including Tibet and Xinjiang prompted Beijing to crack down.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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And a big departure from 2025 when the Rangers managed eight first-inning outbursts of at least three runs on the way to ranking 22nd in runs for the season and 26th in OPS.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
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This season has been an improvement and there have been more regular flashes of his quality, but this was always the most likely outcome.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Ayton showed flashes of his talent against the Knicks by being more engaged.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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David walks out of the kitchen and Moira huffs and takes his spot over the pot.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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As much as Payton bristles about media storylines and huffs about tempo questions, the Broncos went 25 minutes without a first down against Las Vegas.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
22 Nov. 2025
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Sustained winds of 30-40 mph are forecast, with gusts up to 70 mph for the Northern plains, and areas west of I-25.—
Dave Aguilera,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Expect winds to be southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph and relative humidity values falling around 20 to 25%.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Explosions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explosions. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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