blows

Example Sentences

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But it seems like no matter how many times a totally predictable result blows up in his face, he won’t stop the rancor toward science.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2026

The first shot has a miserable grandeur: a frigid landscape, frozen berries and wind so strong it nearly blows a starving traveler sideways.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

“Markets can absorb a lot of blows if earnings are doing well,” Rines said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

Under a scorching sun in a Bangkok suburb, a whistle blows and shouts fill the air as dozens of shoppers rush into a warehouse bearing the sign "Japanese Second-Hand Store".

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

“Bad move on my part. By contract, Richard has final say on all on-camera promotions. I’m pretty certain I’ll be looking for another job as soon as Emily blows herself out.”

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith