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blow

[bloh] / bloʊ /
NOUN
blast, rush of air, wind
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STRONG






VERB
make sound, usually with instrument
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leave suddenly
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VERB
ruin chance
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VERB
use up money
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His two-handed dunk with 55.3 seconds left made sure the Lakers didn’t blow a 15-point lead they built in the first half.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Locals wish the whole thing would blow over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

The news delivered a blow to Lilly and Novo stocks, which lagged behind the broader market Tuesday.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

My sore throat was gone, but speaking for more than 10 seconds made me lightheaded, as if I were trying to blow up a balloon simply by talking.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Dad would blow a gasket if he knew I was considering using it, but I’m outta options here.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas