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firework

[fahyuhr-wurk] / ˈfaɪərˌwɜrk /


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The flight from Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Midway International Airport "reportedly made contact with a firework while on descent," a spokesperson for the airline told the BBC.

From BBC Jul. 5, 2026

Another study focused on chemicals called amines, which are included in some firework formulations.

From Science Daily Jul. 4, 2026

Officials across the state have reiterated firework related laws to their residents ahead of the July 4 weekend citing the dangers associated with the illegal activity.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 3, 2026

Next best thing: Get your semiquincentennial firework fix for free at Philadelphia Museum of Art as part of that city’s massive celebrations, which also include a bevy of free concerts and parades.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 27, 2026

Then we ran to our room and examined each and every firework.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon

There was the longest half-time in history, featuring performances from artists including Madonna and Justin Bieber, a pre-kick-off speech from Hollywood A-lister Tom Cruise, an appearance by US president Donald Trump and fireworks.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

There was a fireworks show after the fourth inning, with kids riding bicycles onto the field a la “The Sandlot.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

The blaze, which killed 28 people, comes shortly after similar incidents at a coal mine and another at a fireworks factory.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

France on Tuesday celebrated its national day, which is usually accompanied by evening fireworks.

From Barron's Jul. 14, 2026

I want to escape this tiny kitchen before the fireworks start again, but there’s no place to go.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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