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2 | 24% | 6 | An explosive charge used to ignite the main charge in a firearm or explosive device | |
3 | 24% | 8 | Explosive or explosive controversies | |
Bygone Explosive Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "AMATOL" which means:
- noun
- • A high explosive consisting of a mixture of ammonium nitrate and trinitrotoluene. compare sodatol
An example sentence would be:
- • "The factory produces large quantities of amatol for the mining industry."
- • "The soldiers carried crates filled with amatol to the frontlines."
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