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explosive

[ik-sploh-siv] / ɪkˈsploʊ sɪv /




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Rather than the explosive fits of some of Duvall’s other performances, there is a sustained sense of a man trying to control the turmoil within himself.

From Los Angeles Times

“We are aware that China conducted a nuclear explosive test,” said Christopher Yeaw, an assistant secretary of state.

From The Wall Street Journal

It all culminated in Tuesday’s Season 3 finale, which brought explosive revelations, the return of old habits and final fractures to the friend group.

From Los Angeles Times

But the form of the usually explosive left-hander Abhishek has been under scrutiny.

From Barron's

On the flanks, the balance of Bath duo Guy Pepper and Sam Underhill brought a winning formula in the autumn, with number eight Ben Earl able to roam and be at his explosive best.

From BBC