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bombshell

/bɒmʃɛl/ noun · British & US
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What does bombshell mean?

noun

A surprising and often shocking piece of news or information. A woman's hair, especially when worn in a short style.

Example

"The news of her resignation was a bombshell that sent shockwaves through the company."

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