explode

To explode without warning.

Used informally for emphasis to mean 'to become very angry' or 'to react strongly'.

To explode after a period of tension or build-up.

To explode with great and destructive force.

Refers to multiple explosions happening at the exact same time.

To almost explode, often used metaphorically for strong emotions.

To explode in a very impressive or dramatic way.

To almost explode, a near synonym of 'nearly explode', used for emphasis.

To explode by mistake or without intention.

To explode earlier than intended.

To explode in a direction away from the center.

To explode in an upward direction.

To be on the verge of exploding, used for both literal and metaphorical situations.

Used when an explosive device does not detonate as expected.

Indicates a state of preparedness or high tension leading to an explosion.

Suggests that an explosion (often metaphorical, like a crisis) is inevitable and imminent.

Indicates a high probability of exploding.

Used to describe something that appears to have exploded, often in a sudden, energetic, metaphorical way (e.g., with light, sound, or activity).

To have a tendency or risk of exploding under certain conditions.

To show a strong emotion suddenly and forcefully, such as 'explode with anger' or 'explode with excitement'.

To suddenly and energetically begin an activity or state, such as 'explode into action' or 'explode into laughter'.