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as in to dump
to end a usually intimate relationship with
before she embarks on another relationship, she should try to figure out why all those other men have blown her off
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as in to skip
to fail to attend
blew off the committee meeting, thinking that it would just be a colossal waste of time
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Recent Examples of blow off
Last year brought another shocking safety gaffe, when a door panel blew off in midair from a 737 MAX 9 operated by Alaska Airlines.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
While Carrie might giggle, Miranda cannot bring herself to blow off this nun.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 30 May 2025
As for Thomas Emerson’s belief that protests are a way of blowing off steam, Bergstrand doesn’t necessarily see it that way.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 June 2025
Flashback: After months of blowing off steam, the mountain erupted at 8:32am, killing 57 people, blotting out the sun across the region and releasing one of the largest debris avalanches ever recorded, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
—Kale Williams, Axios, 16 May 2025
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
While Carrie might giggle, Miranda cannot bring herself to blow off this nun.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 30 May 2025
As for Thomas Emerson’s belief that protests are a way of blowing off steam, Bergstrand doesn’t necessarily see it that way.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 June 2025
Flashback: After months of blowing off steam, the mountain erupted at 8:32am, killing 57 people, blotting out the sun across the region and releasing one of the largest debris avalanches ever recorded, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
—Kale Williams, Axios, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blow off
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Just weeks after the Thomas Fire tore through the hills above Montecito, an intense winter storm dumped several inches of rain in January 2018.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Company insiders, also including the finance chief, have dumped $16.6 million in shares over the past 30 days.—
Alex Harring,Nick Wells,
CNBC,
21 July 2025
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So, my advice is to skip generic educational content.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Avoid skipping trims: Cut your hair to retain your growth.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 July 2025
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Without early intervention, the trauma of being homeless — both physical and emotional — can leave lasting scars on individuals and ripple effects throughout our communities.—
Ethan Hylton,
IndyStar,
30 July 2025
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Thousands left in divestitures, including the sale or spin-offs of Iams pet food, Duracell batteries and a large portfolio of more than 40 beauty brands, including Clairol and Wella hair coloring and CoverGirl makeup.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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Pro Bowl quarterback Matthew Stafford was expected to miss the first handful of practices with a sore back, but head coach Sean McVay gave an update on Stafford's status on Saturday that likely has Rams fans at least a little concerned.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 July 2025
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The Milwaukee Police Department has requested public assistance in their efforts to locate Andrew K. Addae, a critically missing 54-year-old man.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
27 July 2025
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While tens of millions of Americans have ditched cable for a variety of streaming services, ESPN’s marquee live sports have remained exclusive to cable subscribers.—
Alex Sherman,
CNBC,
31 July 2025
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In high-stakes environments, people remember the vendors and partners who make their lives easier and ditch the ones who make their lives harder.—
Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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“Blow off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blow%20off. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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