blast

Definition

  • noun: a mass of air that moves very quickly and forcefully
  • noun: a violent gust of wind
  • verb: to destroy, break apart, or remove (something) with an explosive
  • verb: to make a vigorous attack
  • used to express anger or annoyance
  • synonyms: blare, blight, curse

Examples

  • Human rights groups have 'blasted' the government for its treatment of political prisoners.

  • The actual construction of the road will begin after 'blasting' is completed.

  • She got a 'blast' of reality when she returned to school in the fall.

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Twelve thousand. There's only one way to win, my dear. You gotta sting, spark, table hop, finger pop... feint, weave and blast. The game is baccarat, folks, where nine is the high number. You can bet with the bank, you can bet against it. Banker's. The bank wins with a natural eight. (..)
    1974 The Gambler