| 单词 | blitz |
| 释义 | blitz (once / 4168 pages) nv A sudden, overwhelming military attack during war is a blitz. Sometimes a major blitz can lead to the end of a conflict. The idea of a blitz is that it either overpowers or completely surprises the enemy, and it often involves bombing from overheard. The military use of blitz has migrated to sports as well, especially in American football when the defense bursts through the offense or rushes the passer. Any kind of unexpected attack, in fact, has come to be known as a blitz. The word comes from the German Blitzkrieg, "rapid attack." WORD FAMILYblitz: blitzed, blitzes, blitzing USAGE EXAMPLESThe films explored Hull's history, from the Blitz to sporting triumphs. BBC(Jan 02, 2017) The Giants’ defense was energetic and disruptive, bottling up an explosive offense with aggressive blitzes. Washington Post(Jan 01, 2017) But they were blitzed early and often by the league’s highest-scoring offense. Washington Times(Jan 01, 2017) 1n a swift and violent military offensive with intensive aerial bombardment Syn|Hyper blitzkrieg attack, onrush, onset, onslaught (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) 2n (American football) defensive players try to break through the offensive line Syn|Hyper linebacker blitzing, safety blitz maneuver, manoeuvre, play a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill 3v attack suddenly and without warning Hitler blitzed Poland Hyper assail, attack launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with |
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