blown

[bloʊn]

blown Definition

  • 1past participle of 'blow'
  • 2carried by the wind or another current of air
  • 3burst or break open as a result of internal pressure

Using blown: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "blown" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The blown leaves scattered across the yard.

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    The blown sand covered the car.

  • Example

    The blown tire caused the accident.

  • Example

    The blown glass vase was a beautiful work of art.

blown Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with blown

  • extremely impressed or surprised

    Example

    I was blown away by the concert last night.

  • exaggerated or made to seem more important than it really is

    Example

    The media blew the story out of proportion.

  • blown up

    exploded or enlarged

    Example

    The building was blown up by terrorists.

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Summary: blown in Brief

The term 'blown' [bloʊn] is the past participle of 'blow'. It refers to something carried by the wind or another current of air, or burst or broken open as a result of internal pressure. Examples include 'The blown leaves scattered across the yard.' and 'The blown tire caused the accident.' Phrases like 'blown away' denote extreme surprise or admiration, while 'blown out of proportion' means exaggerated or overemphasized.

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