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Definition bombshell in British English

bombshell noun

[countable] noun
/ˈbɒmˌʃel/
1

an event or piece of news that is unexpected and shocking

Example

The announcement of job losses came as an absolute bombshell.

Example

Anna suddenly dropped the bombshell that she was resigning.

Synonyms and related words
surprise shock blow
Definition bombshell in British English