bomb out

The phrase 'bomb out' can imply failure or complete destruction, often used in both casual and serious contexts.

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Definition

B2General

(idiomatic, informal)To fail completely or perform very poorly in an endeavor.

Example

The team bombed out in the finals, losing by a huge margin.
She bombed out on her math test despite studying hard.

C1Military

(slang, technical)To destroy completely using explosives.

Example

The airstrike bombed out the enemy's supply depot.

B2General

(informal)To leave or depart quickly due to a negative situation.

Example

After the argument, he bombed out of the room without saying a word.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bomb out":

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