fireworks

British  

/ ˈfaɪəˌwɜːks /

plural noun

1. a show in which large numbers of fireworks are let off simultaneously

2. informal an exciting or spectacular exhibition, as of musical virtuosity or wit

3. informal a burst of temper

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Example Sentences

That would be a July 4 fireworks display compared with what U.S. forces would expend in a Pacific confrontation.

From The Wall Street Journal

The fireworks of new year's eve signal spectacular renewal.

From BBC

Saturday Caracas time when the detonations began, lighting up the sullen sky like a post-New Year’s fireworks display.

From Los Angeles Times

For history, scenery and culinary fireworks all packed into a tiny footprint, few U.S. cities can compete with Charleston, S.C.

From The Wall Street Journal

On Bonfire Night, traditionally a time to wrap up warm to watch fireworks, temperatures were higher than normal with a number of weather stations setting new November minimum temperature records for warmth.

From BBC