Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of explosives
Tighter oversight of explosives The task force also called for tighter controls on the importation and regulation of fireworks and explosive materials.
—
Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for explosives
bombs
Noun
-
Just like the children on whom the same administration drops bombs.—
Ciera Bates-Chamberlain,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
-
That includes the slim Republican majority in Congress, which voted against curbing the president’s ability to unilaterally drop bombs.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Explosives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explosives. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
