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)
Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Michael Strahan offered some eye-opening remarks after Bill Belichick's disappointing blowout loss as the new head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Whether worked into braids or smoothed over a fresh blowout, this oil delivers lasting nourishment while looking right at home in its sculptural, vanity-ready bottle.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Sep. 2025
Also, Jackson – who had five carries for 11 yards and a touchdown in the blowout – spent last season studying workhorse Woody Marks’ best habits.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Following a preseason finale blowout loss to the Houston Texans, Campbell alluded to Hooker possibly needing to go elsewhere to make the most of his NFL career.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Michael Strahan offered some eye-opening remarks after Bill Belichick's disappointing blowout loss as the new head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Whether worked into braids or smoothed over a fresh blowout, this oil delivers lasting nourishment while looking right at home in its sculptural, vanity-ready bottle.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 1 Sep. 2025
Also, Jackson – who had five carries for 11 yards and a touchdown in the blowout – spent last season studying workhorse Woody Marks’ best habits.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blow (out)
Noun
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On Wednesday afternoon, Turning Point USA founder and right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck during a speaking event at Utah Valley University.—
Rebecca Jennings,
Vulture,
11 Sep. 2025
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The latest commitment will allow Startup Junkie to continue the program for three years and expand the team's capacity to serve clients and prospective borrowers with more resources, hands-on support and events.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Hold each other’s hands and inhale slowly for 4 seconds, hold for 7 and exhale for 8 seconds together.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Whatever irrigates the imagination and allows the soul to exhale.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Many of the amendments are likely to spark infighting among Republicans as the party battles over whether to become more isolationist in the face of skepticism about assisting foreign countries.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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Investigators said that parties involved in the argument were leaving the indoor amusement park when Reed assaulted an employee, unprovoked, while making his way outside.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The designer, who turned 76 on June 27, is known for her lavish birthday bashes.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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But after her father posted online about all the leftover food, thousands showed up in the pouring rain for an unforgettable all-night bash.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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The charity, which Harry has been a patron of since 2007, is holding its celebration evening honoring young people who live with challenging and life-limiting conditions and marking the contributions of those who look after them, from parents to nursing staff and carers.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The famous golf swing celebration isn’t out of place either.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Tight end Dae’Quan Wright added 9 receptions for 99 yards and 2 touchdowns as Ole Miss tied its highest point total ever against an SEC opponent while dealing Arkansas one of the most painful home losses of the Coach Sam Pittman era.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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Kraft’s most impressive play, though, might have been a 17-yard reception in the right flat midway through the second quarter.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Blow (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blow%20%28out%29. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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