explosion

Example Sentences

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Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa on Monday announced the launch of joint operations with the United States to combat drug trafficking, which has caused an explosion of violence in the South American country.

From Barron's

“But the Butterfly,” I yelled over the noise of the explosion.

From Literature

Fresh explosions were heard across Doha, Dubai and Manama on Monday morning, AFP correspondents reported.

From Barron's

In Dubai, which sits just across the Strait of Hormuz from Iran, loud explosions have shaken apartment buildings and luxury hotels, while thick plumes of smoke rise above the city.

From The Wall Street Journal

Her hotel is near the Fairmont The Palm hotel which was struck by a large explosion.

From BBC