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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Ptilotus senarius is a delicate shrub with purple pink flowers that resemble small feathered fireworks.
From Science Daily • May 18, 2026
But there are also potential fireworks Thursday when President Donald Trump travels to China to meet with President Xi Jinping.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
Big Ben’s toll, signaling the official end of the war in Europe, was greeted by booming fireworks and screaming sirens.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Liuyang city is known for fireworks manufacturing, touted in reports as the world's largest producer of fireworks.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
As the night went on, the crackle and spit of exploding fireworks increased.
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
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