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

There were fireworks in Violet’s bright blue eyes.

From Literature

She loved the crowds of people, the music, and fireworks.

From Literature

Laura went home for a nap and came back as the sun was setting, to watch the fireworks.

From Literature

At one point in my life, I held spare keys to the homes of multiple men who had lost fingers in fireworks accidents.

From Salon

His government also offended many Venezuelans last year by shooting off fireworks from the prison at the start of the Christmas holidays.

From Barron's