Explode and Splinter

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Explode

Explode verb - To break open or into pieces usually because of internal pressure.
Usage example: the building was wrecked when a powerful bomb exploded
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Splinter and explode are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Splinter" instead a verb "Explode".
Nearby Words: explosion, explosive, exploding, explosively, exploder

Splinter

Splinter verb - To cut into long slender pieces.
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Explode and splinter are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explode" instead a verb "Splinter".
Nearby Words: splintered, splint, splintery, splintering, splinted

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attack explode attack splinter attack
people explode people splinter people
base explode base splinter base

Both words in one sentence

  • And then there's the apeshit coefficient... Collateral Damage: The splinter shot upgrades make the enemies explode into multiple bullets that can damage other enemies.
    Source: Video Game / Angry Laser Space
  • Every Car Is a Pinto Never mind that the A-26 was a medium bomber from WWII and designed to be able to survive bullets through the wing...one flaming splinter is all it takes to make the plane explode.
    Source: Every Car Is a Pinto
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