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Fuel-Air Explosive.
Fuel-Air Explosive - as a noun
A device consisting of a container of fuel and two explosive charges; the first charge bursts open the fuel container at a predetermined height and spreads the fuel in a cloud that mixes with atmospheric oxygen; the second charge detonates the cloud which creates an enormous blast wave and incinerates whatever is below
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Example Sentences
"The fuel-air explosive detonated with a deafening blast, leveling the entire building."
"Researchers are studying the effects of fuel-air explosives on different types of structures."
"The use of fuel-air explosives can result in devastating casualties."
"The government banned the use of fuel-air explosives in populated areas due to their destructive nature."
"The fuel-air explosive was designed to maximize the blast radius and impact."
