blow a hole through
The idiom 'blow a hole through' is often used to describe creating a significant gap or disruption, either physically or metaphorically.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To create a large gap or opening in something using force.
Example
- The explosion blew a hole through the wall.
C1Metaphorical
(figurative)To severely undermine or invalidate an argument, theory, or plan.
Example
- Her evidence blew a hole through his alibi.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "blow a hole through":
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