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Explode Violently Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is DETONATE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: DETONATE

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199%8Exact Match!
295%5Exact Match!
343%7Violently burst or shatter

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "DETONATE" which means:

    verb
  • • Cause to burst with a violent release of energy
  • • Burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He planned to detonate the bomb at the crowded market."
  • • "The terrorists threatened to detonate the explosives if their demands were not met."

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New York Times29 Jul 1984 Down 75
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