firecrackers

Example Sentences

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Rapid-response teams—made up of locals riding motorcycles and armed with firecrackers and devices that spray chili-pepper irritants—try to steer wandering elephants back into protected areas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Some firecrackers were set off near the sidewalk but away from the building entrance, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

He adds that there's potential for these guns to be used as firecrackers during other festivals and events, like when India wins a cricket match or during New Year.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2025

Officials said these devices began flooding local markets in northern India after viral social media videos showed them being used as firecrackers.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2025

They were streaked with ash, for they had leaned too close to the sizzle of firecrackers.

From "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson" by Bette Bao Lord