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fireworks

/ ˈfaɪəˌwɜːks /

plural noun

  1. a show in which large numbers of fireworks are let off simultaneously
  2. informal.
    an exciting or spectacular exhibition, as of musical virtuosity or wit
  3. informal.
    a burst of temper
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Nino apologizes profusely to the dazed Gianni — who was fleeing bullies — and leaves him, in lieu of contact information, with a crumpled sketch of fireworks.

Edinburgh Zoo's baby red panda has died from stress caused by fireworks on Bonfire Night, according to veterinary experts.

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Videos posted on social media show a tram being attacked with fireworks and its windows being shattered.

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And against Australia on Saturday, there was a whole fireworks display of frailties.

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Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said because of the risk posed by the fireworks a cordon was put in place but removed once the fire burned out.

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