controlled explosion

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The detonation of a bomb or other explosive device by experts in a safe and controlled manner.

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  • The bomb squad carried out a controlled explosion on the suspicious package.
  • Bomb disposal experts carried out a controlled explosion on the suspect package.
  • Engineers used a series of controlled explosions to demolish the old building safely.
  • The demolition team performed a controlled explosion to bring down the old building safely.
  • A loud bang heard across the city was later confirmed to be a controlled explosion conducted by the army.
  • Military engineers used a controlled explosion to clear the blocked tunnel.
  • Access to the area is restricted while the controlled explosion is being prepared.
  • The mining company conducted a controlled explosion to extract ore from the quarry.
  • Mining operations often rely on carefully planned controlled explosions to access ore deposits.
  • Emergency services evacuated the area before the controlled explosion took place.
  • By the time we arrived, the police had already completed the controlled explosion.
  • Scientists monitored the controlled explosion to study its effects on the surrounding environment.
  • The controlled explosion was necessary to neutralize the threat from the unexploded wartime bomb.
  • The pyrotechnics team set up a controlled explosion for the movie scene.
  • Only certified experts are allowed to perform a controlled explosion.
  • Authorities scheduled the controlled explosion for early morning to minimize disruption.
  • The ground shook slightly during the controlled explosion, but no damage was reported.
  • The controlled explosion successfully destroyed the unexploded ordnance.
  • Did the authorities give any warning before they conducted the controlled explosion?
  • Engineers planned the controlled explosion with precision to avoid damage to nearby structures.