No. 4,304 in French

explosion

A violent burst or eruption causing destruction or noise.

In a sentence

L'explosion dans la mine a causé de nombreux dégâts.
The explosion in the mine caused numerous damages.
Here, 'explosion' refers to a literal violent burst due to energy release, used as a noun.
Il y a eu une explosion de joie à la nouvelle.
There was an explosion of joy at the news.
In this instance, 'explosion' metaphorically describes a sudden, intense burst of an emotion, used as a noun.
La popularité du spectacle a connu une explosion inattendue.
The popularity of the show experienced an unexpected explosion.
Here, 'explosion' metaphorically refers to a rapid increase or surge, indicating a figurative expansion, used as a noun.

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