SportsAugust 15, 2026

blitzed

BLITST

Definition

To move, act, or complete an activity with sudden, intense, and overwhelming speed or force.

Etymology

Derived from the German word 'Blitzkrieg,' meaning 'lightning war,' which became popular in English during World War II to describe rapid, overwhelming military offensives.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe how the relay team sprinted to the finish line with great speed, emphasizing their dominant performance.

Amy Hunt hails relay ‘superwomen’ after third European gold medal

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