as in to breathe (out)
to let or force out of the lungs
blew out a smoke ring and began to tell us a good yarn
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as in event
a social gathering
staged a huge blowout for Halloween
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Recent Examples of blow (out)
Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
In their 4-2 conference semifinal loss to the Spurs, three of the losses were blowouts.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 20 May 2026
The blowout loss would’ve been enough agony, but there were injuries to match the insult.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 19 May 2026
Kyle Manzardo homered twice, rookie Chase DeLauter, Angel Martinez and José Ramírez each belted a two-run shot, and the Cleveland Guardians connected a season-high six times in a 10-3 blowout of the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.
—ABC News, 17 May 2026
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Noun
Before the legal blowout, Murdoch previously served as the chief executive of major global media companies like 21st Century Fox and Europe’s Sky Group.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
In their 4-2 conference semifinal loss to the Spurs, three of the losses were blowouts.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 20 May 2026
The blowout loss would’ve been enough agony, but there were injuries to match the insult.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 19 May 2026
Kyle Manzardo homered twice, rookie Chase DeLauter, Angel Martinez and José Ramírez each belted a two-run shot, and the Cleveland Guardians connected a season-high six times in a 10-3 blowout of the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.
—ABC News, 17 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blow (out)
Noun
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The team analyzed five auroral events recorded between June 2024 and March 2025, combining observations from Hokkaido with satellite data and photographs captured by citizen scientists across Japan.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
26 May 2026
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While attending the Ronda Rousey-Gina Carano event at the Intuit Dome, Pratt spoke with OutKick about his campaign and reform plans.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
Verb
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While the joy of the wedding barely conceals an undercurrent of pain, that scene infuses the film with a jolt of energy, helping the viewer to exhale for the first time.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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Nana and the boys were leaning against the railing as a fin whale exhaled.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
Noun
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The article explores the 1991 United States Supreme Court case that involved the rights of new political parties following the death of Chicago Mayor Harold Washington.—
Jim Dudlicek,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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In many cases, the more valuable contribution is the ability to step back, recognize where interests overlap, and help create outcomes that benefit more than one party.—
Henrik Totterman,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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The chef and humanitarian throws a backyard bash for his family and friends centered around the centuries-old Valencian dish.—
José Andrés,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 May 2026
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Friends gathered for the last night of the low-key weekend bash dressed in animal onesies, with Harry and Meghan choosing penguins as a symbol of lifelong partnership.—
Greta Bjornson,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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With more than eight minutes remaining in the fourth quarter of Game 4, Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson pulled his starters, effectively conceding the series as the Knicks turned the final minutes into a celebration.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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But the celebration in Colorado’s dugout was premature because the Dodgers scored four runs in the bottom of the frame.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
26 May 2026
Noun
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Insider tip If you’re booked in the MGM Tower at the Borgata, use the dedicated MGM Tower check-in desk instead of the main lobby reception.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 May 2026
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The lamps, with bases resembling ancient Greek horse statues, that now sit on the reception desk once lit up every guest room.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
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“Blow (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blow%20%28out%29. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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