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Gas Bomb

Definition: A gas bomb refers to a handheld device or weapon that releases a noxious gas or chemical substance, often used in riot control or warfare.

Senses/Usages:

1. Destructive Weapon: A gas bomb can cause significant damage and casualties when detonated in a closed area.
2. Riot Control: Gas bombs are commonly employed by law enforcement agencies to disperse crowds during riots or protests.
3. Chemical Warfare: In the context of warfare, gas bombs may be deployed to incapacitate or harm enemy combatants or civilians.

Sample Sentences:

• The police resorted to using gas bombs to disperse the unruly crowd.
• In World War I, both sides employed gas bombs as a terrifying weapon in the trenches.
• The government condemned the use of gas bombs in warfare due to their devastating consequences.

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