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Blowup (Noun)

A violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction.

Nouns denoting natural events.

The explosion was a massive blowup that destroyed the entire building.
Scientists warned of a potential blowup if the reactor was not cooled down immediately.
The nuclear test site was evacuated due to the risk of a catastrophic blowup.
The lab accident was caused by a blowup of unstable chemicals that had been improperly stored.
Experts were called in to investigate the cause of the blowup at the chemical plant.

An unrestrained expression of emotion.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The argument ended in a huge blowup, with both parties storming out of the room.
Her blowup at the meeting left everyone in stunned silence.
The blowup between the two friends had been brewing for weeks before it finally erupted.
After the blowup, they didn't speak to each other for months.
The celebrity's public blowup on social media sparked a heated debate among fans.

A photographic print that has been enlarged.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The photographer carefully examined the blowup of the cityscape to ensure every detail was in focus.
A large blowup of the wedding photo was displayed at the reception for all the guests to see.
The detective studied the blowup of the security footage to get a better look at the suspect's face.
The advertising agency created a massive blowup of the product image to hang on the side of the building.
The artist's latest exhibition featured a stunning blowup of her original painting, showcasing its intricate details.