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blow1

 
pronunciation:
blo
phrases:
come to blows
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a quick, hard hit by the fist or by a hard object.
A hammer blow shattered the car's window.
synonyms:
hit
similar words:
bang, beat, box, chop, clip, cuff, jab, punch, rap, shot, slap, smack, stroke, whack
definition 2: a sudden disappointment or disaster.
Her brother's nasty remark was a blow to her confidence.
synonyms:
shock
similar words:
calamity, catastrophe, tragedy
phrase: come to blows
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