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to blow out
[phrase form: blow]
01
to put out a flame, candle, etc. using the air in one's lungs
Transitive: to blow out a flame
Examples
With a single breath, the magician managed to blow out all the candles on the table.
02
to be extinguished by the movement of air
Intransitive
Examples
The birthday party in the backyard was challenging as the candles on the cake kept blowing out.
03
(of an oil or gas well) to release gas abruptly and forcefully
Intransitive
Examples
The pressure became too great and the well finally blew out in a dramatic eruption.
04
(of a tire) to burst or puncture while the vehicle is moving
Intransitive
Transitive: to blow out a tire
Examples
He accidentally blew the tire out by hitting a pothole.
05
(of a storm) to gradually lose strength and force, reaching a state of calm
Intransitive
Examples
The hurricane blew out before reaching the coast.
06
to disappoint someone by failing to meet them or fulfill a previously made arrangement
Dialect
British
BritishTransitive: to blow out a person or plan
Examples
The sudden emergency blew out our weekend getaway.
07
to severely injure a joint, especially one's knee, or to be injured in such a way
Dialect
American
AmericanTransitive: to blow out a joint
Examples
He blew his ankle out while playing basketball.
blow out
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in a provocative manner
