explode upwards/upward

Examples (10)

• The fireworks exploded upward into the night sky.
• The rocket exploded upwards in a spectacular display of light.
• When the bomb detonated, debris exploded upward for hundreds of feet.
• The volcano caused lava to explode upwards from the crater.
• The grenade exploded upward, sending shrapnel into the air.
• Steam exploded upwards from the geyser with tremendous force.
• The mine exploded upward, creating a massive cloud of dust.
• Sparks exploded upwards from the welding torch.
• The shell exploded upward above the battlefield.
• Water exploded upwards when the pipe burst under pressure.