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in a way that involves sudden and intense bursts of anger or emotional outbursts
- The crowd reacted explosively to the controversial announcement.
- She responded explosively when accused unfairly.
- The debate turned explosively heated as accusations flew.
- Residents protested explosively against the new policy.
- His temper flared explosively during the argument.
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in a manner involving a sudden, violent release of energy or force
- Some volcanoes erupt explosively, sending ash and lava high into the sky.
- The chemical reacted explosively when mixed with water.
- The fuel is highly volatile and explosively flammable.
- The fireworks ignited explosively, lighting up the night.
- The bomb detonated explosively, causing widespread damage.
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in a sudden and rapid way, especially referring to growth or increase
- Housing prices have risen explosively in the past few years.
- The population of the city grew explosively after the new industry arrived.
- Social media usage expanded explosively during the pandemic.
- The company's profits increased explosively after launching its new product.
- Interest in the sport spread explosively across the country.