as in fireworks
a spectacular display or performance of artistic or technical skill
the film's dazzling pyrotechnics, including dynamic editing and fluid cinematography, make it a favorite of cinephiles
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Along with the requisite pyrotechnics and spotlights, Lamar embraced visual elements to help tell his stories.
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Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2022
Speakers were introduced with WWE-style videos, elaborate pyrotechnics and smoke displays.
—Jill Colvin, Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2022
That means San Diego fire officials are again urging residents to leave the pyrotechnics and explosions to professionals, noting that with the state in a drought, fires are a year-round worry.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2022
The stage sets are reported to be spectacular with pyrotechnics, glitter cannons, and ebullient ensemble dances.
—oregonlive, 28 Dec. 2022
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Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2022
Speakers were introduced with WWE-style videos, elaborate pyrotechnics and smoke displays.
—Jill Colvin, Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2022
That means San Diego fire officials are again urging residents to leave the pyrotechnics and explosions to professionals, noting that with the state in a drought, fires are a year-round worry.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2022
The stage sets are reported to be spectacular with pyrotechnics, glitter cannons, and ebullient ensemble dances.
—oregonlive, 28 Dec. 2022
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“Pyrotechnics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pyrotechnics. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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