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Definition: | (adjective) Having a short and solid form or stature. |
Synonyms: | stocky, thickset, compact |
Usage: | Although he was heavyset, he moved with surprising agility and speed and was a formidable opponent in the ring. |
![]() ![]() Bomb Delivered to Harvey's Resort Hotel (1980)After losing a substantial amount of money gambling at Harvey's Resort Hotel in Stateline, Nevada, John Birges devised a plan to recoup his losses. On August 26, 1980, he planted a bomb containing nearly 1,000 pounds (453 kg) of dynamite at the casino. His attempt to extort millions of dollars failed, but so did efforts to disarm his sophisticated, tamper-proof bomb. The resulting explosion destroyed much of the casino on August 27. No one was injured. How did experts try to disarm the bomb? More... Discuss |
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