detonate

Example Sentences

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Because of their small size, the rats are not heavy enough to detonate mines, making them a safer option than humans.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Alternatively, specialized ships or aircraft mimic the magnetic fields, pressure or noise created by a passing ship to detonate the mines before they can do any harm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Proximity fuses are designed to detonate in the air when they are a certain distance from a target, experts say.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 21, 2025

Once the battery runs out, they will not detonate.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2024

Is it possible for a human head to detonate?

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper