explosive
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OpenAI’s explosive growth has come on the back of a “web of deceit and the exploitation of users,” alleges Florida’s attorney general in a new lawsuit.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, an explosive right-footed left winger is one of football's most dangerous players, and Arsenal will need to keep him quiet.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Israel is monitoring Hezbollah’s use of explosive drones closely and has targeted drone production and launch sites in southern Lebanon, the military said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Fraser’s explosive performance underlines the immensity of the stakes, balancing every precarious element of this enormous mission.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
The first stage depleted its fuel, and the booster coasted for a fraction of a second as it jettisoned stage clamps via explosive bolts.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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