explode

Example Sentences

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The device failed to explode and it was discovered and disassembled by the authorities on March 16, the US Attorney's office said in a statement.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

If the United States wins the WBC championship Tuesday, when no outcome besides victory would have been satisfactory, the team will explode in celebration.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Heavy elements such as gold and platinum are forged under extraordinary conditions, including when stars collapse, explode, or collide.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

"I hustled for years and then I just kind of had to explode," she says.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

If I have to listen to a guy putting a positive spin on this, my head is probably going to explode.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman