blowing

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Now, after appearing in just six games, he’s the highest-paid player in Pirates history after blowing past the $106.75 million deal the team handed Bryan Reynolds in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

He said in cup ties that have no likelihood whatsoever of the outcome changing, blowing up early can be OK.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

As the lake shrinks, wind blowing across the exposed lakebed kicks up toxic dust left by years of agriculture chemicals and metals washing into the lake.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Megapacks are huge blocks of batteries sold to utilities that can be paired with renewable energy to store power when wind isn’t blowing or the sun isn’t shining.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

The goats spent a great deal of time with their back hair up, whuffing and blowing snot at the bears—and at the dogs who would gladly have eaten them.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen