Explode and Snap

Explode

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

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

Snap verb - To speak sharply or irritably.

Usage example: the shopkeeper finally snapped at one customer who couldn't seem to make up his mind

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Explode and snap are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explode" instead a verb "Snap".

Nearby Words: snappy, snapped, snapper, snapping

attack	explode attack	snap attack
people	explode people	snap people
thanks	explode thanks	snap thanks
time	explode time	snap time
Other words: way, bit, blood, head, ship, player, everyone, times, heads.

Supernatural: the Trickster/Gabriel, as well as Crowley's ability to make people explode with a finger snap.

Source: Badass Fingersnap
Batman Beyond: In the episode Mind Games, there is one psychic with the ability to throw bolts of energy that explode on impact, literally with the snap of her fingers.

Source: Having a Blast
Your ship's landing gear will snap off and/or explode at one-third that speed.

Source: Video Game / Kerbal Space Program

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