noun🔗ShareA sudden attack, especially an air raid; usually with reference to the Blitz."The German blitz on London during World War II caused widespread destruction. "militarywarhistoryeventactionworldChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA swift and overwhelming attack or effort."We embarked on a publicity blitz, putting posters and flyers all around town."militaryactionwarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA play in which additional defenders beyond the defensive linemen rush the passer."The quarterback faced a blitz during the football game, with several extra defenders rushing him. "sportmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareBlitz chess, a form of chess with a short time limit for moves."The chess club held a blitz tournament on Saturday. "sportgametimeentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo attack quickly or suddenly, as by an air raid or similar action."The enemy team blitzed the opposing players, scoring several goals in the first few minutes of the game. "militarywaractionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo perform a blitz."The Washington High defense almost always blitzes on third down."militarysportwaractionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo purée or chop (food products) using a food processor or blender."To make nut roast, you have to blitz the nuts in the food processor before adding the parsley and breadcrumbs."foodutensilmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo do something quickly or in one session."The student blitzed through the math problems, finishing the entire assignment in one sitting. "actionsportmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading