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as in barrage
a rapid or overwhelming outpouring of many things at once
a multimedia blitz of advertisements for the summer blockbuster
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as in attack
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
a massive aerial blitz that was supposed to shock and awe the enemy into immediate surrender
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as in campaign
a series of activities undertaken to achieve a goal
an all-out advertising blitz to promote the new soft drink
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Recent Examples of blitz
Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 19 May 2026
Kefir berry and banana smoothie A quick blitz-and-go smoothie using kefir as the probiotic base, blended with banana, berries, oats, and flaxseed for a drinkable dose of prebiotic fiber.
—Ryan Brennan
may 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 May 2026
Once Brink got in foul trouble, the Aces could continue blitzing Ogwumike and Dearica Hamby (12 points, five rebounds) without worry.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
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Noun
The secretary has been on a midterm blitz recently, touting the administration's Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement during stops including Ohio and California.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 19 May 2026
Kefir berry and banana smoothie A quick blitz-and-go smoothie using kefir as the probiotic base, blended with banana, berries, oats, and flaxseed for a drinkable dose of prebiotic fiber.
—Ryan Brennan
may 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Verb
The weak-side linebacker looked most athletic and explosive when blitzing on the inside or running in space in coverage against running backs.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 May 2026
Once Brink got in foul trouble, the Aces could continue blitzing Ogwumike and Dearica Hamby (12 points, five rebounds) without worry.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blitz
Noun
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Rather than dismissing the barrage, Tech delivered a cappella snippets from multiple tracks spanning his decades-long catalog, drawing one of the night’s strongest reactions.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2026
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In Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, near-daily drone barrages have imposed a furtive rhythm to residents’ lives, making every trip to the market, school, health clinic or a relative’s home a gamble.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
Noun
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Each one would need to stock more interceptors and operate with escort ships to fend off attacks.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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The first-half diagnosis The strangest part of San Diego’s sophomore season is that the attack has not collapsed.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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By the final weeks of the campaign, the positivity from early in the season had dissipated.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Given the high demand for bee products, the US began a campaign to recruit beekeepers across the nation to help supply the war.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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Two notable exceptions are Sednaya Military Prison, which was looted and partially closed, and Tadmur Military Prison, which was partly demolished by ISIS and then bombed.—
Amer Matar,
The Dial,
26 May 2026
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Many Shia elites, including paramilitary leaders, showed no desire to abandon their second lives of comfort and state largesse, even as Iran was being bombed during the 12-Day War in June 2025.—
Nabil Salih,
Time,
26 May 2026
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Eastern Ukraine — There is a whirr, a flurry of dust, a pause as the grainy image recalibrates, and then a devastating blast.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The checkup came amid mounting scrutiny of the president's health, particularly given recent flurries of late-night social media posts, as well as his at-times tired demeanor during official meetings.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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When the Kurdish forces started to falter in the assault, Wheeler stepped up and took charge of the situation in order to turn the tide.—
David Hookstead OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2026
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His latest book tells the story of the censorship of art and the assault against the National Endowment for the Arts in the late 20th century.—
Michael Schaub,
Oc Register,
25 May 2026
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The closures stop halfway down and transition into a slit, allowing for plenty of movement, and shoppers appreciate that the midweight denim feels sturdy while still offering a comfortable bit of stretch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
25 May 2026
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Plus, the adjustable shoulder straps help alleviate shoulder pressure and minimize bouncing during movement.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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The Oreshnik ballistic missile used in the attack has nuclear capabilities, and its latest bombardment marked the third time Russia has used that weapon over the course of the four-year war.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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So few buildings are left standing after Israeli bombardment that the Mediterranean is visible in the distance.—
Shira Pinson,
NBC news,
17 May 2026
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“Blitz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blitz. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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