1.
Destroy by explosion, explode, as in Once the charge is set, get away fast or you'll be blown sky-high. [Early 1800s] Also see under
blow up.
2.
Refute completely, as in The lab report has blown your theory sky-high. [Mid-1800s]
blow sky-high
| Idioms: blow sky-high |
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