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

  • (..) (clears throat) I'm sorry, what? What we've done is we've hooked these vents up to a metallurgical blast furnace. I happened to have one lying around from a previous experiment. Is this the same furnace that almost (..)
    2016 TvShow: Bones Title: The Fight in the Fixer Season: 11 Episode 15
  • (..) if we explain to Christine the science behind deciduous teeth. How the upper incisors are the first to shed. Oh, that sounds like a blast. (mouthing) (siren chirps) (indistinct radio communication) (sirens wailing) Whoa! That's one hell (..)
    2015 TvShow: Bones Title: The Promise in the Palace Season: 11 Episode 7
  • (..) There's a weapons locker in the back. Jackpot! 'What you got? That's what I'm talking about! That thing in your right hand is a blast shield. Perfect. Can you not hit me in the head with a rocket while I'm trying to drive?! Get me to the fence, Cale! - Stick that thing out there, go to work. (..)
    2013 White House Down