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explosive

Pronunciación: [ɪkˈsploʊsɪv]

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Contexto: «science»

(adjective) describing a substance that can cause a big explosion or burst. It's like a firecracker that goes boom when lit.

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The scientists handled the explosive materials carefully during their experiments.

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The chemicals we used in this project are not explosive and are very safe.

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Is it safe to work with explosive chemicals in this lab?

Contexto: «technology»

(noun) a substance that can explode. It's something like dynamite or gunpowder that makes huge blasts.

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The construction crew used explosives to break down the old building.

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We don’t have any explosives for this project, so we must use a different method.

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What types of explosives are used in demolition?

Contexto: «behavior/emotion»

(adjective) describing someone or something that can change very quickly and become very angry or exciting. It’s like a person who gets mad really fast or a song that makes you feel lots of energy.

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His explosive personality makes him the life of the party.

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She is very calm and not at all explosive when discussing problems.

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Why does his explosive reaction surprise everyone?

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