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explosion

[ik-sploh-zhuhn] / ɪkˈsploʊ ʒən /


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The insider selling occurred alongside an explosion of interest in the technology, sparked by the announcement of a $2 billion federal funding package on May 21 that caused quantum stocks to rally.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The explosion has reportedly set back Blue Origin’s progress by at least six months, not to mention derailed satellite-deployment timelines across the entire industry.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

AST shares were north of $133 before the Blue Origin New Glenn explosion.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

On the afternoon of the crash, Vijay was at home, about 200m away, when he heard an explosion.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Somewhere in the night there was an explosion; the dishes in the cupboard rattled.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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