Roman candles
Example Sentences
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Richwine said illegal fireworks include skyrockets, bottle rockets, Roman candles, aerial shells, M-80s or “anything that will be propelled into the air, explode or travel across the ground uncontrollably.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2022
He writes, "These were the Roman candles, the Catherine wheels of that epoch of movie writing, and their names are now writ in water."
From Washington Post • Aug. 24, 2021
Whether they're Roman candles or falling leaves, fireworks share the same underlying science.
From Salon • Jul. 13, 2021
A few companies that specialize in large fireworks displays also sell Roman candles, spinners and sparklers for individuals to use in their backyards, a business that is booming this year.
From New York Times • Jul. 1, 2020
We pick the pretty ones, then select some Roman candles and two stubby fountains.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
