explosive
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An explosive ordnance disposal team was called in to "sweep the vehicle as a precaution," the Secret Service spokesperson said in a statement.
From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026
In principle, researchers could enter detailed information about its shape, then calculate the ideal explosive strength, distance, and direction needed to move it away from Earth.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 8, 2026
A flight is diverted "only when the threat is credible and the authorities believe there is a potential of explosive device on board", he said.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
Customers still cut back on visits, though, as people reported explosive diarrhea and stomach cramping after dining at the chain’s locations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
Perhaps the currents in the harbor were so strong that he could not keep the Turtle in the right position long enough to secure the explosive.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
No explosives were found in any of the incidents so far, and those responsible have not been identified.
From Barron's ● Nov. 7, 2026
The origin of the threats was unclear and airlines said no explosives have been found.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2026
No explosives were found on any of the planes after searches.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
In a report on Wednesday, the Australia Broadcasting Corporation cited unnamed sources identifying the object as an undetonated 130mm Chinese Type 59 Artillery Projectile that contains chemical explosives and a fuse.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
How did a woman who crafted explosives for the Resistance end up a slave?
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
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