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explosive

[ik-sploh-siv] / ɪkˈsploʊ sɪv /




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The researchers argued that the standard approach for measuring cosmic expansion using supernovae, the explosive deaths of stars, contained fundamental flaws.

From Science Daily • Jun. 13, 2026

For public investors, the takeaway is simple: Much of the explosive growth in corporate value now occurs while companies are still private.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026

It’s also one of the most explosive U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Hezbollah militants are now using new tactics including explosive drones guided by fiber-optic wire that Israel is struggling to counter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The strength of the container was as important as the explosive.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir




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