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)
Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
Aside from one period, the Western Conference Finals is a snore fest blowout, and the Dallas Stars don’t belong on the same sheet of ice with the Edmonton Oilers.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
Hurricanes at Panthers Game 3 | Saturday, May 24, 2025
One win from the Final
A tight game through two periods turned into another blowout for the Panthers.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 May 2025
The removable cover is waterproof and machine-washable—a big plus for any late-night diaper blowouts.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
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Noun
What followed was a 95-67 blowout victory over the Golden State Valkyries, which kept the Liberty undefeated in the 2025 season.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
Aside from one period, the Western Conference Finals is a snore fest blowout, and the Dallas Stars don’t belong on the same sheet of ice with the Edmonton Oilers.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
Hurricanes at Panthers Game 3 | Saturday, May 24, 2025
One win from the Final
A tight game through two periods turned into another blowout for the Panthers.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 May 2025
The removable cover is waterproof and machine-washable—a big plus for any late-night diaper blowouts.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blow (out)
Noun
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Parades; live entertainment; food, drink and merchandise vendors; community resources; and family-friendly activities are central to all of these events.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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Before Emmy voting begins, networks and studios host FYC (For Your Consideration) events to showcase their work, usually through screenings and meet-and-greets with stars in Los Angeles.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2025
Verb
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After a day of elbowing through crowds at the Forum or the Vatican, entering your room or suite feels like a chance to exhale in solitude.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Try box breathing—inhaling on a four-count, holding for four, exhaling on a four-count, holding for four—while clenching and releasing your fists.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside Online,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Cunha now has too much baggage and a fresh start is regarded as the best option for all parties.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Every other party in college sports wants help against these two bodies to have a decent shot at continuing to play, to win, and to remain employed.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Sun Sentinel Le Tub, Hollywood’s kitschy hamburger dive, turns 50 with big weekend bash The iconic waterfront eatery is marking the milestone with a three-day celebration featuring food and drink specials, souvenir tees and live music on a waterfront barge.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
30 May 2025
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Disneyland has a whole lotta ‘Happy’ going on during 70th birthday bash More than 40 musical acts will perform over 100 shows on eight stages throughout the Disneyland resort as part of Celebrate Soulfully.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
30 May 2025
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Among players with at least 70 receptions last season, McMillan ranked No. 2 nationally in off-target reception percentage at 18.5, more than six points higher than the average in that category.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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Test multiple bundle combinations to determine optimal reception and profitability.—
Joshua Bardell,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Blow (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blow%20%28out%29. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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