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on blast

Meaning: Being publicly shamed or criticized, especially on social media.

Example: “The restaurant put the rude customer on blast in a viral post.”

Origin: Modern slang, likely from the intensity of a spotlight or sound system set to full blast—the person is exposed to intense public scrutiny.

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