Example Sentences

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“Sudden explosive noise, concussive blasts, and bright flashes have the potential to startle young birds, creating unnecessary risk during a critical period of development.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

When AFP visited, explosions rang repeatedly through the burning hot air, as blasts split stone for mining.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

North Halmahera police chief Erlichson Pasaribu said that retrieval of the bodies, which are located at higher elevations, has been hampered by repeated eruptions, difficult terrain and strong blasts from the volcano.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

A nearby nightclub you didn’t know about blasts loud music every weekend.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

Both got their powers from nuclear blasts and radiation—no coincidence, given the state of the world.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin