Explode and Overheat

Explode

Explode verb - To break open or into pieces usually because of internal pressure.

Overheat and explode are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Overheat" instead a verb "Explode".

Overheat

Overheat verb - Get excessively and undesirably hot.
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Synonyms for Overheat

Explode and overheat are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explode" instead a verb "Overheat".

Nearby Words: overheated, overheating

Both words in one sentence

  • A common fate in Space Hulk is for a Terminator's weapon to jam/overheat/explode, usually when surrounded by the swarm of enemies that require it to shoot full-auto.
  • Craft can and will overheat and explode catastrophically if improperly entered and/or insufficiently protected.
    Source: Friction Burn
  • Family Unfriendly Death / Film Rod "Torque" Redline's engine is made to overheat and explode, though it's only shown as a vague reflection.
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