fireworks
Britishplural noun
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a show in which large numbers of fireworks are let off simultaneously
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informal an exciting or spectacular exhibition, as of musical virtuosity or wit
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informal a burst of temper
Example Sentences
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Situations such as concerts, sporting events, fireworks displays, and power tool use can all expose people to potentially harmful noise levels.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
The evidence, he said, would show the fire was caused by fireworks.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
At 1 in the afternoon on Sunday, May 31, my husband and I heard the first fireworks.
From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026
The fireworks show the hurdles Bilton and Weiss face in winning over the team at “60 Minutes.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Noah yells into the empty sound, like fireworks going off.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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