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)
Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2025
Since returning, Adams has participated in: a 1-0 win over Tottenham, a 3-0 win at Old Trafford, a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge, and last weekend’s 4-1 blowout at St. James’ Park.
—Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
The other eight teams on pace for 100 or more points have averaged 1.75 blowout losses.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
With the Heat featured on TNT on Thursday night (albeit somewhat briefly, until their blowout loss to the Milwaukee Bucks was shifted to truTV), Barkley took advantage of the opportunity to again inject himself into the drama between Butler and Heat President Pat Riley.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2025
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Despite the blowout win, Liberty coach Rich Morton emphasized the need for his team to stay focused, even in a game like Tuesday’s.
—Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2025
Since returning, Adams has participated in: a 1-0 win over Tottenham, a 3-0 win at Old Trafford, a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge, and last weekend’s 4-1 blowout at St. James’ Park.
—Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
The other eight teams on pace for 100 or more points have averaged 1.75 blowout losses.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
With the Heat featured on TNT on Thursday night (albeit somewhat briefly, until their blowout loss to the Milwaukee Bucks was shifted to truTV), Barkley took advantage of the opportunity to again inject himself into the drama between Butler and Heat President Pat Riley.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blow (out)
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It's expected to include sketches and musical performances and will be a three-hour live event, double the amount of time of a normal SNL show.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Invest in one year of premium journalism, member-only events and more for just $49.99.—
Forbes,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2025
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Popular on Variety There weren’t many moments for festival-goers to exhale during a packed opening day, filled with more than a dozen premieres.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Share [Findings] Bottlenose dolphins, who were found to inhale and exhale microplastics, respond to a smile with a smile one third of the time.—
Rafil Kroll-Zaidi,
Harper's Magazine,
22 Jan. 2025
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Events make our bookstore fun, and midnight release parties are our favorites!—
American Booksellers Association,
USA TODAY,
9 Feb. 2025
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Buffalo Chicken Dip No football party is complete without buffalo chicken dip.—
Christine Byrne,
StyleCaster,
8 Feb. 2025
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Also, Saturday Night Live is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a big bash, notably not on Saturday but on Sunday — and you're invited.—
Rebecca Aizin,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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The people responsible for throwing the Circle City's biggest bashes took a moment this week to celebrate Indianapolis tourism having its best year ever in 2024.—
Justin L. Mack,
Axios,
6 Feb. 2025
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The pair added 10 receptions of at least 20 yards with Ekeler, who missed five games with concussions, accounting for nine.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Smythe had just nine receptions for 53 yards, his worst season stat line since his first two years in the league.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Blow (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blow%20%28out%29. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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