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   smash

   /smaʃ/

   verb

   • 1. violently break (something) into pieces: "the thief smashed a window to get into the car" Similar breakbreak to piecessmash to smithereensshattersplintercrackdisintegrateinformal:bustrare:shiver
   • ▪ be violently broken into pieces; shatter: "the glass ball smashed instantly on the pavement" Similar breakbreak to piecessmash to smithereensshattersplintercrackdisintegrateinformal:bustrare:shiver
   • ▪ violently knock down or crush inwards: "soldiers smashed down doors" Similar crash intocollide withbe in collision withhitstrikeramsmack intoslam intobang intoplough intomeet head-onrun intodrive intobump intocrack into/againstdash againstimpact
   • ▪ crash and severely damage (a vehicle): "my Volvo's been smashed up" Similar crashwreckwrite offinformal:prangtotal
   • ▪ hit or attack (someone) very violently: "Donald smashed him over the head" Similar hitstrikethumppunchcuffsmackthwackinformal:whackbeltbashbiffbopcloutwallopswipesocklamcrownwhompdeckfloorstick one onsloshdotboffbustslugwhaledongquiltliterary:smiteswinge
   • ▪ easily or comprehensively beat (a record): "he smashed the course record"
   • ▪ completely defeat, destroy, or foil (something regarded as hostile or dangerous): "a deliberate attempt to smash the union movement" Similar destroywreckruinshatterdashcrushdevastatedemolishblastblightwipe outoverturntorpedoscotchburst someone's bubbleinformal:put the kibosh onbanjaxdo forblow a hole innixput paid toqueerscupperdisharchaic:bring to naught
   • ▪ (of a business) go bankrupt; fail financially: informal, dated "a firm that had smashed for so tremendous an amount"
   • 2. move so as to hit or collide with something with great force and impact: "their plane smashed into a mountainside"
   • ▪ (in sport) strike (the ball) or score (a goal, run, etc.) with great force: "he smashed home the Tranmere winner"
   • ▪ (in tennis, badminton, and similar sports) strike (the ball or shuttlecock) downwards with a hard overarm volley.

   noun

   • 1. an act or sound of something smashing: "he heard the smash of glass" Similar breakingshatteringcrashingcrash
   • ▪ a violent collision or impact between vehicles: British "a car smash" Similar crashmultiple crashcar crashcollisionmultiple collisionaccidentcar accidentroad accidenttraffic accidentbumproad traffic accidentRTAwreckinformal:pile-upsmash-upprangshunt
   • ▪ a violent blow: "a forearm smash"
   • ▪ a stroke in tennis, badminton, and similar sports in which the ball or shuttlecock is hit downwards with a hard overarm volley.
   • 2. a very successful song, film, show, or performer: informal "a box office smash" Similar great successsensationsell-outtriumphsuccès fouinformal:hitsmash hitsuperhitwinnercrowd-pullerknockoutwowbiggie
   • 3. a mixture of spirits (typically brandy) with flavoured water and ice.
   • 4. a bankruptcy or financial failure. informal, dated

   adverb

   • 1. with a sudden, violent shattering: "they were together for an instant, and then smash it was all gone"

   Word Origin early 18th century (as a noun): probably imitative, representing a blend of words such as smack, smite with bash, mash, etc.

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   Sep 19, 2024 · The smash burger fits seamlessly into this cultural narrative. It’s casual but classy, indulgent but not over-the-top, and deeply nostalgic without being stuck in the past. Simplicity doesn’t mean a lack of quality, though. The best smash burgers are made with the finest beef, often sourced from local butchers who take pride in their craft.

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   Sep 20, 2024 · Instead, its axis is always tilted at 23.5 degrees in the exact same direction, toward the North Star. The Earth’s axis is tilted due to a giant object – perhaps an ancient planet – smashing ...

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   Sep 18, 2024 · A sword is an edged, bladed weapon intended for manual cutting or thrusting. Its blade, longer than a knife or dagger, is attached to a hilt and can be straight or curved. A thrusting sword tends to have a straighter blade with a pointed tip.

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   Sep 20, 2024 · OKC museum's exhibit 'Edith Head: Hollywood's Costume Designer' is a star-studded smash. Brandy McDonnell, The Oklahoman. Fri, September 20, 2024, 9:48 AM PDT · 7 min read. For film fans who step ...

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   Sep 20, 2024 · Metroid is a series of action-adventure games created by Nintendo, featuring the bounty hunter Samus Aran. Learn about the gameplay, audio, plot, and history of the Metroid franchise, from the original 1986 game to the upcoming Metroid Prime 4.

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   Sep 20, 2024 · Russia said yesterday it had repelled five new attempts by Ukrainian forces to smash through its border into the Kursk region. This comes after Ukraine burst through the border last month.

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   Sep 20, 2024 · After a bland opening mission, I hoped our first loyalty mission—with Wrex, who wants to smash up some Cerberus research on the genophage—would evoke more Mass Effect flavour. Instead, it was ...

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   Sep 19, 2024 · Dave, still battered by the effects of a brain-snapping 1969 acid trip, paused in his tailspin to write Strangers, a plea for understanding perhaps directed at Ray, whose This Time Tomorrow meanwhile found him wistfully alienated by the rock life. Such tender, bruised songs would define the early 70s Kinks at their fragile best.

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    Sep 19, 2024 · Cravalho; Jon Stars; Davis: Eric Roy; Silverman: Zackary Canepari. Each new Broadway season brings an exciting group of fresh talents to the spotlight — and this season is no exception. Variety ...

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    Sep 20, 2024 · Mario is a character created by Shigeru Miyamoto for the 1981 game Donkey Kong. He is named after Nintendo of America's landlord, Mario Segale, and is the mascot of Nintendo and the star of the Mario franchise.