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A blow
Jan 22, 2024
Learn how to use the word 'blow' to describe disappointment. Beth and Fay share personal examples and also talk about using 'blow' as a verb to express annoyance. They casually chat about selling a car too.
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- 'Blow' as a noun refers to a disappointment or setback, commonly used when something doesn't go as planned.
- 'Blow' can also be used as a verb to express annoyance or frustration.
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Disappointments and setbacks in buying a car and finding a flat
The podcast discusses the word 'blow' as a noun used to describe a disappointment or setback. For example, one speaker shares their experience of finding a car they liked, only to discover it was already sold, which was a blow. Another speaker talks about making an offer on a flat, but losing out to a higher bidder, which was also a blow. 'Blow' is commonly used when something doesn't go as planned, such as when a project can't proceed due to a lack of funding or when a festival is canceled. It signifies a delay, cancellation, or failure that ruins someone's plans.
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