noun
- unintended negative consequences or reactions resulting from an action or policy
- the backward escape of gases or particles from a firearm or engine
Usage: technical
Examples
- The new policy created serious blowbacks from the community.
- Political blowbacks from the scandal damaged his reputation.
- The company faced blowbacks after the controversial announcement.
- Military strategists warned of potential blowbacks from the operation.
- The rifle’s blowbacks made it difficult to aim accurately.
- Engine blowbacks indicated a problem with the exhaust system.