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

  • (..) It's the methane gas in the sewer system. And given the fact that it ignites at degrees Fahrenheit... we're about to use it... to blast out of here! Hang on! Whoo! Wow! Nice landing, eh, Sherman? Oof! (..)
    2014 Mr. Peabody & Sherman