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"A powerful explosive originally made with nitroglycerin mixed with an absorbent substance, now often using ammonium nitrate instead of nitroglycerin." more

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The engineers implemented controlled explosions with dynamite to reshape the landscape for a new highway.
The engineers employed dynamite to break through solid rock formations and create tunnels for the subway system.

Dynamite

dahy-nuh-mahyt
nounA powerful explosive originally made with nitroglycerin mixed with an absorbent substance, now often using ammonium nitrate instead of nitroglycerin.

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