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Fallout

usgb/ˈfɔːlaʊt/Volume
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Technical Term

Used specifically in discussions about nuclear events or their impact.

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The fallout from the test detonation affected nearby wildlife.
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Literal Component

Fallout literally falls out of the sky after a nuclear explosion.

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Cities downwind from the blast may experience fallout within hours.
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Emergency Context

Commonly used in safety procedures or emergency broadcasts.

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Residents should seek a fallout shelter immediately following an explosion.
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