bombed

Example Sentences

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But the pub trivia night was fun, even though I bombed with British topics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Earlier this month, the United States voiced unease after Israel bombed fuel depots around Tehran, smothering the city of 10 million people with toxic black smoke.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

The buildings in Tehran and Qom where they were meant to meet were bombed this week but they are reported to be meeting virtually.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

The team were not withdrawn from the competition last summer when the US bombed three nuclear facilities in the country, but the head of its football federation has now reportedly cast doubt on their participation.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“He’s only saying that because he and Blake bombed their first practice sim so badly that Callaway almost sent them back to the Academy,” Tess said with an exaggerated wink at her cousin Eliana.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin