explosives

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She also raised the alarm about what she thought were bombs, but the prosecution explained that several plastic bottles filled with polystyrene were found, and no explosives.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

On Friday the government reached an agreement with miners who were striking to obtain increased supplies of fuel and explosives to do their work and an expansion of areas in which they can operate.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

The cost of explosives and freight are also up.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The sheriff’s arson and explosives unit retrieved two abandoned grenades from the garage of a Santa Monica apartment complex on July 17.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Because ammonium nitrate, the main ingredient in many explosives, happens to be an excellent source of nitrogen.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan