What does "blow it" mean?

1. Definition (expr.) waste it, squander it, use it foolishly, use it recklessly, use it without thinking
“Blow it” can also mean:
fail, do something wrong, miss an opportunity

Examples “Here is some money for lunch. Don’t blow it all on candy. You need to buy some food that’s good for you.”

Examples “If I give you this hundred dollars you can’t blow it all in one day. You need to make the money last for the whole week.”

Examples “Whenever I get money, I blow it in a few days. If I have money, I have to spend it. I can’t make myself stop.”

Examples “Mike always blows his money on stupid things. For example, yesterday he bought a new computer. He didn’t need a new computer! His other one was only two months old!”

Examples “This is your best opportunity to get a good job. Don’t blow it. Be prepared for the interview and say as many smart things as you can.”

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2. Definition (expr.) ruin something; waste an opportunity; fail

Examples This is your best opportunity to get a good job. Don’t blow it.

Examples Sam had a piano recital yesterday. Unfortunately, he really blew it.

Examples I really like Daneen so I’m scared of blowing it with her.

Examples If you don’t study hard for the math test on Monday, you might blow it.

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