bombshell

Example Sentences

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Still, that left them far away from playoff contention—and set the stage for this week’s bombshell.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

After the Instagram bombshell, fans believe David Beckham broke his silence while speaking about the power of social media during an interview in January on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

And when the next bombshell research report drops, ask yourself: Do I own the companies in the obituary section or the companies writing the eulogy?

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

The news also dropped like a bombshell in the Senegalese capital, Dakar - but for the opposite reason.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Oh, what kind of bombshell is about to burst now?

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank