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

  • (..) You want me to rip your stockings? Yes, "lip" my stockings, please. Rip your stockings. You want me to rip your stockings. Yes. Please? Please? Please? All right, I'm gonna rip your stockings, and you tell Mr. Kazu we had a blast. Oh, no! Mr. Harris! Oh, my God! Don't touch me! Oh, no, Mr. Harris! (..)
    2003 Lost in Translation