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as in angered
to become very angry
she blew up at everybody after a very long and very bad day
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as in exploded
to break open or into pieces usually because of internal pressure
the building blew up because of a gas leak
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as in demolished
to cause to break open or into pieces by or as if by an explosive
blew up the biggest rocks and then cleared them away
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as in trumpeted
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
the advertisement blows the new soda up to the point where I half expected to be transported to a higher level of consciousness
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Recent Examples of blown up
Britina Cheng, Vulture, 2 June 2026
The detailed analysis of the climactic scene in which the bridge is blown up as various plot strands come together is thrilling.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
The story is like an old-fashioned film serial blown up to blockbuster proportions, set in a world that has dominated pop culture for almost 50 years.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 23 May 2026
That should tell you about just how rapidly the electric enduro motorcycle space has blown up of late.
—New Atlas, 21 May 2026
Wasserman Schultz’ Broward district was blown up by the new Republican districts.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 12 May 2026
The grandeur of fantasy at our fingertips, Mario’s essence blown up to galactic proportions, has yet to be rivaled.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 9 May 2026
The promotion has blown up after the Royals scored 6+ runs in four straight home games.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The best reality shows—every Bravo franchise, The Kardashians, Dance Moms—are anthropological studies with campy one-liners, life blown up to exaggerated proportions.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 2 May 2026
Verb
The Plot Against 60 Minutes Bari Weiss’s latest moves have blown up the crown jewel of CBS News.
—Britina Cheng, Vulture, 2 June 2026
The detailed analysis of the climactic scene in which the bridge is blown up as various plot strands come together is thrilling.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026
The story is like an old-fashioned film serial blown up to blockbuster proportions, set in a world that has dominated pop culture for almost 50 years.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 23 May 2026
That should tell you about just how rapidly the electric enduro motorcycle space has blown up of late.
—New Atlas, 21 May 2026
Wasserman Schultz’ Broward district was blown up by the new Republican districts.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 12 May 2026
The grandeur of fantasy at our fingertips, Mario’s essence blown up to galactic proportions, has yet to be rivaled.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 9 May 2026
The promotion has blown up after the Royals scored 6+ runs in four straight home games.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The best reality shows—every Bravo franchise, The Kardashians, Dance Moms—are anthropological studies with campy one-liners, life blown up to exaggerated proportions.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blown up
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The physical exam, the fourth one of his second term came amid public scrutiny around visible bruises, skin discoloration and swollen ankles.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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Poor circulation can leave your legs feeling tired, heavy, swollen, and stiff.—
RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
11 June 2026
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In 2022, a prominent former member of the national team was arrested for allegedly protesting against the country’s leadership, and star striker Sardar Azmoun wasn’t selected for the World Cup squad this year, reportedly because of a social media post that angered authorities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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The four leaders have also angered Trump by criticizing how he’s gone about executing the war and his lack of consultation with allies before jumping into a conflict that’s hurt the global economy as oil prices have surged.—
Aamer Madhani,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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The single exploded in popularity following Base’s passing, years after DJ EZ Rock’s death.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Well, the mayhem that exploded after the game showed that the cops were right.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
12 June 2026
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Bud Zapata, Annapolis Fire Department Captain and Public Information Officer, said that a tree was blown onto a home in the 400 block of Halsey Road.—
CBS Baltimore Staff,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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For decades, violent crimes involving members of different races have been blown into national referendums on race, from lynchings in the Jim Crow era to the Rodney King riots in 1992.—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
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Others, however, like Darren Aronofsky and Natasha Lyonne have openly embraced it, as other stars like Demi Moore, Sandra Bullock and Reese Witherspoon have trumpeted the tech’s inevitability.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
17 May 2026
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Union leaders trumpeted gains in SAG-AFTRA’s tentative contract with the major studios, citing stronger AI protections and the consolidation of previously separate pension plans.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Cover pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer, checking occasionally to make sure water isn’t boiling too rapidly, until matzo balls are very puffed and light in color, 30–40 minutes.—
Molly Baz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Mar. 2026
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Bake, 1 baking sheet at a time, in preheated oven until slightly puffed and golden brown, about 12 minutes.—
Marianne Williams,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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Traffic was snarled on Interstate 70 and other key arteries because of some combination of vague signage on parking passes or apps, accidents earlier in the afternoon, the lack of dedicated lanes for the bus system — why oh why couldn’t that be achieved in the master plan?—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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An overnight traffic crash snarled traffic early Tuesday along Interstate 96 in Livingston County, Michigan.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Last week, an iconic cafe was demolished at the base of the structure, and on Sunday, some residents were wondering if excavation work three weeks ago may have contributed to the pier's collapse.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Without any fencing or protective outer layer, the house was demolished in 1902, devoured by cows.—
Noah Daly,
Idaho Statesman,
13 June 2026
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“Blown up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blown%20up. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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