explosion
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McKellen said: "A new Simon Stephens play is always an excitement but when it is written to be performed in this unique way, it feels more like an explosion."
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
A spectacular explosion of wildflowers has transformed the normally dry, rust-colored landscape of Western Australia into a vibrant patchwork of green and colorful blooms.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
The explosion of arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents has crowded detention centers nationwide, leaving tens of thousands of families to navigate a complex immigration landscape.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2026
Zakhavko heard an explosion nearby—she couldn’t tell how far away.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 11, 2026
Eleven workers were injured in the explosion, but all of them had survived.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
When asked about the explosions, President Zelensky has previously insisted that Ukraine "definitely didn't do that".
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026
These extraordinarily violent events produce gravitational waves and rank among the most powerful explosions in the Universe.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
Diplomats stationed in the Saudi capital were sheltering in place and international schools took safety measures on Thursday, diplomats and residents told AFP, after explosions echoed across the city.
From Barron's ● Oct. 8, 2026
Some people will always want their superhero TV shows to feature battles and explosions every week.
From Salon ● Oct. 5, 2026
“That might work,” Tad said, walking over to examine the table with Z. The chemistry desks had withstood a bunch of explosions, and they were still standing.
From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau
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