Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

on blast

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.32 in modern English

Syllables: on blast
IPA

9

Scrabble Score

7

Letters

1

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

In an embarrassing position from having been publicly denounced or exposed, especially from being shamed on social media.

Slang

prep_phrase

Of a device, set to a very high volume.

Slang

Example Sentences

"“I really did want someone who also has to be on blast and be judged in the public forum of writing lyrics and has to sing and has to play instruments,” Bridwell continues, “someone that understands the weight that carries around with it. And someone who knows the industry side of it. That was the main lightning rod. This guy is going to get it more than anyone else could. He has been on both sides of the damn desk. At least I’ll have a good ear to bend if shit goes wrong.”"
"Jim Murphy is on blast... for being dismissive of the England football team."
"The Cleveland Animal Shelter is on blast this week as hundreds of community members push for changes in the way it operates."

Etymology

A back-formation from put someone on blast.

Usage

Slang

Questions

What does on blast mean?: In an embarrassing position from having been publicly denounced or exposed, especially from being shamed on social media.
Where does on blast come from?: A back-formation from put someone on blast.

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