blitz

n. a sudden and very fast effort to finish a task or improve a situation.

n. a concentrated, intensive period of work or activity intended to achieve a specific goal rapidly.

“The office had a cleaning blitz on Friday to get ready for the visitors.”

“The marketing department launched a media blitz to ensure the product was visible across all social platforms before the holiday weekend.”

Informal

n. a sudden and violent attack from the air, especially the one on the UK in 1940.

n. an intensive aerial bombing campaign; specifically used as 'the Blitz' to refer to the German attacks on British cities during World War II.

“Many people had to hide in underground stations during the Blitz.”

“Historians have documented how the Blitz reshaped urban planning in London after the destruction of entire residential blocks.”

Formal

v. to complete a task or a piece of work very quickly.

v. to complete a task or process with great speed and intensity, often in a single session.

“I managed to blitz through my homework in just half an hour.”

“If we blitz the remaining paperwork this afternoon, we can leave the office early for the weekend.”

Informal · British English

v. to mix or chop food very quickly using an electric machine.

v. to process, purée, or liquidise food ingredients using a high-speed blender or food processor.

“Blitz the soup for a few seconds until it is completely smooth.”

“The recipe suggests you blitz the roasted peppers with garlic and olive oil to create a vibrant sauce for the pasta.”

Informal

n. a move in American football where extra players run toward the other team's passer.

n. a defensive tactic in American football where additional players beyond the defensive line rush the quarterback.

“The defense used a blitz to stop the quarterback from throwing the ball.”

“The coach called for an all-out blitz on the final play, successfully forcing a fumble and securing the victory.”

American English · Technical