blowing up

Example Sentences

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It’s hardly a coincidence that the nut is blowing up just as the U.S. hit its stride in global pistachio dominance.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

He’s used that same platform to lob explosive accusations at critics and allies alike, blowing up a professional and personal relationship with President Donald Trump by tying him to the Epstein files.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

Colombia's defence minister said the sound came from ammunition on board blowing up in the flames.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent isn’t likely to do that, as it would risk blowing up the tariff détente with Beijing that he negotiated in November.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Eisman was now explaining why the world was going to blow up, but his partners were only half-listening…because the financial world was blowing up.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis