Broadside Meaning in English
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Definition
A broadside is a strong or sudden attack, especially with words. It can also mean a side-by-side firing of all guns on one side of a ship, or a side collision, especially between vehicles.
Usage & Nuances
Used in journalism for verbal attacks ('a broadside against...'), in naval/military history, and in traffic accident descriptions. Formal or semi-formal. 'Broadside' as a noun is more common, but can occasionally be a verb ('to broadside a car').
Example Sentences
The politician launched a broadside against his opponent.
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The ship fired a broadside at the enemy.
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The car was hit with a broadside at the intersection.
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The review ends with a fierce broadside against the whole industry.
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Suddenly, another car broadsided us out of nowhere.
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Her speech was basically a long broadside against the new policy.
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