explode spectacularly

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To explode in a very impressive or dramatic way.

explodeADVERB + explode

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spectacularly

Examples (10)

  • The fireworks exploded spectacularly against the night sky.
  • The old ammunition depot exploded spectacularly in a massive fireball.
  • The rocket exploded spectacularly just after launch.
  • The demolition charges exploded spectacularly, bringing down the entire building.
  • The gas tank exploded spectacularly when it hit the ground.
  • The mine exploded spectacularly in a shower of sparks and debris.
  • The bomb exploded spectacularly in the controlled test.
  • The grenade exploded spectacularly on impact.
  • The dynamite exploded spectacularly during the quarry blast.
  • The shell exploded spectacularly overhead.