blast

US /blæst/
UK /blæst/
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a destructive wave of highly compressed air spreading outward from an explosion

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The explosion sent a powerful blast through the building.
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The sudden blast of air knocked him off his feet.
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explosiondetonationburstgustgale
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a sudden strong and unpleasant sound

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The car horn gave a loud blast.
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A sudden blast of music startled everyone.
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blarepealshriekboom
3.

a very enjoyable experience or party

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We had a real blast at the concert last night.
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The party was a total blast!
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good timepartycelebrationfun
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to destroy or break apart with explosives

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They plan to blast the old building to make way for a new one.
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The miners used dynamite to blast through the rock.
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explodedetonatedemolishshatter
2.

to make a loud noise, especially with a horn or whistle

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The referee will blast his whistle to start the game.
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The band began to blast out their latest hit.
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blaresoundtootpeal
3.

to criticize someone or something severely

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The critics blasted the new movie for its weak plot.
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He was blasted by his boss for missing the deadline.
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criticizecondemndenouncereprimandscold
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email blasta blast from the past