Shattering revelation (9)

I believe the answer is:

bombshell

(Other definitions for bombshell that I've seen before include "Big surprise" , "mine?" , "Terrible shock" , "Sudden disappointment" , "Overwhelming surprise" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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