blockbuster

[blok-buhs-ter] / ˈblɒkˌbʌs tər /

NOUN

depth charge

Synonyms

WEAK

ash can depth bomb

Example Sentences

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“We believe the platform would be extraordinarily difficult, time-consuming, and expensive to replicate, particularly as blockbuster filmmaking becomes increasingly optimized around premium formats and immersive theatrical experiences,” he added.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

A kickboxing world champion attempts to dethrone boxing's unified heavyweight king at the foot of the Pyramids of Giza - it sounds like the plot of Hollywood's latest blockbuster movie.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Check out how SpaceX is about to eclipse every other blockbuster IPO.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

“Without Miss Dixon’s presence, we will no longer have a blockbuster event, publicity-wise. She’s the company icon, Mr. Branitt. She’s our Aunt Jemima, our Betty Crocker, our—” “Tony the Tiger?” said Curly.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen

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