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firework

[fahyuhr-wurk] / ˈfaɪərˌwɜrk /


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He could turn Real back into a juggernaut, or it could all blow up in a firework of recrimination and newspaper headlines.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026

They also cited "ongoing noise nuisance caused by anti-social, late-night firework use in recent days" and also advised people against using disposable barbecues.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

Ahead of the event, Pyrotecnico told AFP they were aiming to break the world record for the largest firework display, which was set on New Year's Day 2016 in the Philippines with around 810,000 fireworks.

From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026

Another study focused on chemicals called amines, which are included in some firework formulations.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 4, 2026

A Yes! firework went off inside Genie’s head.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

As fireworks lit up the night sky, the three members linked hands and bowed deeply - a triumphant moment for the group widely credited with helping reshape modern K-pop.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

Santosh, a 47-year-old businessman who uses one name, queued with hundreds of others as crowds set off fireworks outside while waiting for the show.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron rolled out the red carpet at the Élysée Palace, and 80,000 young Catholics packed the Stade de France for a prayer vigil, replete with musical performances and fireworks.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026

Don Trump Jr.’s wedding had everything: a private island, fireworks, a Funfetti cake airlifted in from Florida—everything but the groom’s dad.

From Slate ● Sep. 18, 2026

“Hey, I’m taking the girls to the lawn by el Morro tonight if you all want to go. There’ll be fireworks and music.”

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya




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