Blitz

Word BLITZ
Character 5
Hyphenation blitz
Pronunciations /blɪts/

Definitions and meanings of "Blitz"

What do we mean by blitz?

A blitzkrieg. noun

A heavy aerial bombardment. noun

An intense campaign. noun

A sudden charge upon the quarterback by one or more of the linebackers or defensive backs when the ball is snapped. noun

To subject to a blitz. intransitive verb

To rush (the quarterback) in a blitz. intransitive verb

To carry out a blitz. intransitive verb

A quick move by defensive players toward the passer on the offensive team, as soon as the ball is snapped; -- it is used when the defensive teams assumes that a pass will be attempted, and risks allowing substantial gains by the offensive team if other plays are in fact planned. noun

A rapid and violent military attack with intensive aerial bombardment. Same as blitzkrieg noun

Any vigorous and intensive attack, bombardment, or assault, literally or figuratively; ; the German blitz on London. noun

Same as blitz chess. noun

A sudden attack, especially an air raid; usually with reference to The Blitz. noun

A sudden effort, as a publicity blitz. noun

Action of a defensive football player who rushes the passer of the football. noun

Blitz chess, a form of chess with a short time limit for moves. noun

A swift and overwhelming attack. noun

To attack. verb

To rush the passer. verb

To purée or chop (food products) using a food processor or blender. verb

A sudden attack, especially an air raid; usually with reference to the Blitz.

A swift and overwhelming attack or effort.

A play in which additional defenders beyond the defensive linemen rush the passer.

Blitz chess, a form of chess with a short time limit for moves.

Synonyms and Antonyms for Blitz

The word "blitz" in example sentences

In the decades since the Blitz, the term "blitz" and "blitzkrieg" have become neologisms, commonly used in a number of contexts, from advertising to law enforcement operations to sports, to describe a combination of overwhelming force and speed. ❋ By THE LEARNING NETWORK (2011)

Clinton Portis is second to none among running backs in blitz pick-up, but the nine-year veteran is sidelined at least four to six weeks because of a third-degree groin tear. ❋ Jason Reid (2010)

However, during the special session, the governor resurrected the idea — and despite another reported lobbying blitz from the industry (threatening swing district Democrats that money was going to pour into GOP coffers) — the tax — two cents per 12 ounce can of soda — passed. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The double A-gap blitz is used throughout the league now, but it was authored in Philadelphia by Johnson, and McDermott still leans on it heavily. ❋ Rick Maese (2010)

Once the initial PR blitz is done and it's time to pony up money for the clean up and compensation to affected businesses, the stalling and finger pointing will begin in ernest. ❋ Unknown (2010)

And I can't wait to hear the blitz from the Fringeright about the Obama's "Media Road Block" this Sunday. ❋ Unknown (2009)

But the Law Times reports that his current media blitz is part of a recent (subsidized) strategy to improve his his image, ❋ Unknown (2008)

The Wildcats like to use LB Braxton Kelley in blitz packages, but he might be needed more to double Tide WR Julio Jones. ❋ Unknown (2008)

But people like me who see it for what it is are disgusted by this and I can tell you, I don't care if this is just some kind of last-minute desperation blitz from the Clinton campaign - it's sickening and I will never offer her the slightest support because of this. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Crushing up a bag of potato chips and throwing it overboard, so the birds start diving, and other boats think the blitz is on ... naughty. ❋ Tim Romano (2008)

With Ken and his mind-set and with Clancy still there, Adrian's going to be used more for his strength, which means using him more near the line in blitz situations. ❋ Unknown (2007)

Sen. Allen's "non-partisan" TV blitz is doing an effective job. ❋ Unknown (2006)

But Lions QBJon Kitna acknowledged he must be wary of SS Adrian Wilson, the Cardinals 'top defensive playmaker who is also used liberally in blitz packages. ❋ Unknown (2006)

This reminds me of a recent media blitz from the National Association of Realtors, which claims that “now is a perfect time to sell OR buy a home.” ❋ Unknown (2006)

The coach had called for a blitz from a nickel package on third down, but Huff noticed something about the Buckeyes 'formation and changed the defensive play just before the snap. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinal series is Wednesday night, and the Mavericks face the same pick-your-poison dilemma every other NBA team wrestled with during the Suns '62-win blitz through the regular season that has turned into a five-game blur in the postseason. ❋ Unknown (2005)

The lobbying blitz is aimed at supporting HR 550, the Voter Confidence and Increased Accessibility Act. This law would require electronic voting systems used in federal elections to generate a paper trail that could be verified by voters prior to their votes being cast (for more information, check out EFF's action alert). ❋ Unknown (2005)

If any of you are interested in participating in the fan phone call blitz today and tomorrow, organized by livejournal community WGA_SUPPORTERS, please go read this. ❋ Unknown (2007)

Today, the impact hits Williams like a blitz from the blind side. ❋ Unknown (2003)

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