I had a blowout on the way here. I nearly lost control of the car.
•If you have a blowout in one tire, you should check the other tires.
2. Sl. to have a big, wild party; to enjoy oneself at a big party. •Mary and Bill had quite a blowout at their house Friday night.
•Fred and Tom had quite a blowout last night.
Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.
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