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as in barrages
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 attacks
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 campaigns
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 blitzes
Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Asked during an interview prior to the event if the company has had second thoughts about scaling back, with all of its rivals (including newer players Amazon and Netflix) still pedal-to-medal with customary upfront blitzes, Askinasi said the strategy hasn’t changed.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
The Seahawks apparently had some help with their blitzes in the Super Bowl.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
There weren’t a ton of blitzes or dramatically unusual formations or looks for Maye and the Patriots.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Macdonald, who learned under Dean Pees and Wink Martindale in Baltimore, then uncorked exotic blitzes on Patriots quarterback Drake Maye that probably looked pretty familiar to Giants fans who enjoyed that 2022 run to a Wild Card playoff win with Martindale as defensive coordinator.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2026
The blitzes didn’t get home often enough in 2025.
—Sam McDowell 5, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
The Patriots will likely come at Stidham with disguised blitzes, nonstop stunts, defensive linemen dropping into passing lanes and an array of looks.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
In the last matchup with the Rams, however, Seattle went against type and threw some blitzes for Stafford and the line to decipher.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 21 Jan. 2026
Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
Those blitzes will only grow more difficult early this season.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 3 May 2026
Downs is a rare safety who covers like a cornerback, tackles like a linebacker, and blitzes like an edge rusher.
—Bill Jones, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Expect a lot of Colorado scoring blitzes in this series, as seen in the season opener when the Avs scored three second-period goals in a 4-1 win.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 18 Apr. 2026
Shown success with stunts and blitzes.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
In the first half of the Super Bowl on Sunday, Seattle’s defense mobbed Maye, the Patriots’ young quarterback, often sending blitzes at him.
—Tim Rohan, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Look for the Patriots to target right guard Anthony Bradford, the weak link in the Seahawks’ pass protection, with stunts and blitzes.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Common tactics Supporters of both parties now regularly receive urgent fundraising emails designed to draw in small-dollar donations, a significant part of how political candidates and parties pay for campaign operations and political advertising blitzes.
—Joseph Morton, Dallas Morning News, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
The Miami Hurricanes blitzed him a lot (60 pass-rush snaps), and Scott honed this skill, learning how to disguise and time up blitzes.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Asked during an interview prior to the event if the company has had second thoughts about scaling back, with all of its rivals (including newer players Amazon and Netflix) still pedal-to-medal with customary upfront blitzes, Askinasi said the strategy hasn’t changed.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
The Seahawks apparently had some help with their blitzes in the Super Bowl.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
There weren’t a ton of blitzes or dramatically unusual formations or looks for Maye and the Patriots.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Macdonald, who learned under Dean Pees and Wink Martindale in Baltimore, then uncorked exotic blitzes on Patriots quarterback Drake Maye that probably looked pretty familiar to Giants fans who enjoyed that 2022 run to a Wild Card playoff win with Martindale as defensive coordinator.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2026
The blitzes didn’t get home often enough in 2025.
—Sam McDowell 5, Kansas City Star, 5 Feb. 2026
The Patriots will likely come at Stidham with disguised blitzes, nonstop stunts, defensive linemen dropping into passing lanes and an array of looks.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 Jan. 2026
In the last matchup with the Rams, however, Seattle went against type and threw some blitzes for Stafford and the line to decipher.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
Shadbolt cleverly blitzes a bit of black walnut into a vinaigrette that dresses a spray of watercress on the side, adding an unexpected layer of harmony.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
Those blitzes will only grow more difficult early this season.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 3 May 2026
Downs is a rare safety who covers like a cornerback, tackles like a linebacker, and blitzes like an edge rusher.
—Bill Jones, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
Expect a lot of Colorado scoring blitzes in this series, as seen in the season opener when the Avs scored three second-period goals in a 4-1 win.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 18 Apr. 2026
Shown success with stunts and blitzes.
—Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
In the first half of the Super Bowl on Sunday, Seattle’s defense mobbed Maye, the Patriots’ young quarterback, often sending blitzes at him.
—Tim Rohan, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Look for the Patriots to target right guard Anthony Bradford, the weak link in the Seahawks’ pass protection, with stunts and blitzes.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Common tactics Supporters of both parties now regularly receive urgent fundraising emails designed to draw in small-dollar donations, a significant part of how political candidates and parties pay for campaign operations and political advertising blitzes.
—Joseph Morton, Dallas Morning News, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blitzes
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Iran’s drone barrages heavily depleted its expensive interceptor missile stockpiles.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2026
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Iran fired over 1,000 ballistic missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states during the war, as well as barrages of drones.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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One of the regional officials said strikes by Saudi Arabia targeted hideouts of Iraqi militias, mainly Kataib Hezbollah, after Riyadh assessed that most of the drone attacks on Saudi Arabia came from neighboring Iraq.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2026
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One of those regional officials said the strikes by Saudi Arabia targeted hideouts of Iraqi militias, mainly Kataib Hezbollah, after Riyadh assessed that most of the drone attacks on Saudi Arabia came from neighboring Iraq.—
Samy Magdy,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2026
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For decades, brand growth was fueled by buying attention through mass media, celebrity endorsements and large-scale campaigns designed to capture audiences.—
Felicity Fellows,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Gerber joined Re/Done earlier this year as investor, creative partner and advisory board member, working closely with the brand across campaigns, storytelling, product, and broader creative direction.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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The United States bombs Iran's nuclear facilities days later.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
1 Mar. 2026
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Page Six gets a Hollywood edition Papps declined last week to reveal what stories his reporters were chasing and what bombs the political columnists will throw in its first editions.—
Christopher Weber,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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The latest flurries that dusted parts of the Sierra Nevada this week are unlikely to do much to ease California’s snow drought.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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As the rain and snow fall, flurries can melt, mix together and refreeze just before hitting the ground, according to Jackson Macfarlane, a meteorologist with the weather service’s Boise office.—
Hali Smith
April 14,
Idaho Statesman,
14 Apr. 2026
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Many of the targets for these cases came from raids on distributors who had sold the access cards and bootloaders.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2026
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Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio conducted high-profile raids in Latino communities and, later, the state saw large influxes of migrants during the Biden administration.—
Rebecca Santana,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2026
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Opt for the signature Polynesian massage, which mimics soothing wave-like movements from head to toe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Those interested in following wolf activity in California can track movements through the state Department of Fish and Wildlife’s online wolf tracker.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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President Volodymyr Zelensky called the long-range strikes ‘entirely justified’ retaliation for Russian assaults on Kyiv, as Moscow reported intercepting more than 1,000 Ukrainian drones over its territory and occupied Crimea.—
Samya Kullab,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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One woman who hid during the attack at a music festival described hearing multiple assaults, according to the report.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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“Blitzes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blitzes. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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