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bombs

Pronunciation: [bɑmz]

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Learn how to use bombs in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “military”

(noun) a bomb is a type of weapon that can explode. Bombs are used in wars or by people to cause damage or destruction.

Example

The military dropped several bombs during the training exercise as a demonstration.

Example

Fortunately, no bombs were found in the area after the investigation.

Example

What are the different types of bombs used in warfare?

Context: “failure”

(verb) to bomb means to fail very badly, often in a performance like a show or test. It’s like when something goes wrong in a way that is really noticeable.

Example

The comedian's new act was a hit and really made the audience laugh.

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Unfortunately, the movie bombed at the box office and didn’t attract many viewers.

Example

Did the new video game bomb when it was released?

Context: “attack”

(verb) to bomb also means to attack a place by dropping bombs from planes. It’s used in military actions when aiming to hit a target from the air.

Example

The air force successfully bombed the enemy's supply lines during the operation.

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They decided not to bomb the area to avoid harming innocent civilians.

Example

Which cities were bombed during the conflict?

How to pronounce bombs

Pronunciation: [bɑmz]

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