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Ground zero
01
ground zero, explosieplaats
the exact location of a nuclear explosion
Example
Rescue workers bravely entered ground zero to search for survivors amidst the rubble of the collapsed buildings.
Survivors recounted the devastation at ground zero of the atomic bomb blast in Hiroshima.
The memorial at ground zero in New York City commemorates the lives lost during the terrorist attacks on September 11th.
02
nul punt, ground zero
the initial stage or place in which a significant event or activity happens or starts
Example
The discovery of the new virus strain marked ground zero for the global pandemic.
The groundbreaking ceremony marked ground zero for the construction of the new hospital wing.
The first day of school can be considered ground zero for a student 's academic journey.
03
ground zero, nul punten
the site of the World Trade Center before it was destroyed
04
epicentrum, nulpunt
the target of a projectile (as a bomb or missile)
Voorbeeld
Rescue workers bravely entered ground zero to search for survivors amidst the rubble of the collapsed buildings.
Survivors recounted the devastation at ground zero of the atomic bomb blast in Hiroshima.
The memorial at ground zero in New York City commemorates the lives lost during the terrorist attacks on September 11th.
Scientists studied the effects of radiation at ground zero to better understand its long-term impact on the environment.
The documentary interviewed witnesses who were near ground zero during the devastating earthquake.
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