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explosion

[ik-sploh-zhuhn] / ɪkˈsploʊ ʒən /


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Interest in trading has never been higher, with an explosion of investing apps and social-media influencers drawing in younger generations of investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Seven people charged in connection with the explosion were arrested in a sweeping operation early Thursday morning, Reisig said, including Blackstar Fireworks owner Craig Cutright.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

And copper wiring is a critical part of data centers, meaning that the metal is benefiting from the explosion in demand for artifcial-intelligence technology.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Emergency services were called to a suspected gas explosion at Solway's home on the evening of 10 June.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

“I can only stay for a few seconds because it’s so hot. And I have to get away quickly because if a steam explosion happens while I’m there...well...”

From "I Survived the Eruption of Mount St. Helens, 1980" by Lauren Tarshis




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