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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The fireworks told us to check the news.
From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026
When they were younger, we did fireworks, BBQ, a summer night alive with fireflies and bullfrogs, all that stuff.
From Salon • May 31, 2026
But fireworks rang out across Paris after the French side completed their win in Budapest.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
What I said in August: "I'm not really expecting fireworks in east London this season."
From BBC • May 25, 2026
And my parents said it was okay for me to go with Pete and his family to see the national fireworks tomorrow.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
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