menu_book

Definition

In an embarrassing position from having been publicly denounced or exposed, especially from being shamed on social media.

Of a device, set to a very high volume.

history_edu

Origins

A back-formation from put someone on blast.

chat_bubble_outline

In Context

  • "“I really did want someone who also has to be on blast and be judged in the public forum of writing lyrics and has to sing and has to play instruments,” Bridwell continues, “someone that understands the weight that carries around with it. And someone who knows the industry side of it. That was the main lightning rod. This guy is going to get it more than anyone else could. He has been on both sides of the damn desk. At least I’ll have a good ear to bend if shit goes wrong.”"
  • "Jim Murphy is on blast... for being dismissive of the England football team."
  • "The Cleveland Animal Shelter is on blast this week as hundreds of community members push for changes in the way it operates."
hub

Related Idioms

p

put someone on blast

To embarrass by publicly denouncing or exposing, especially by using s…

 s

set out one's stall

To make publicly clear one's position with reference to a particular i…

 b

back in the game

Having recovered from a disadvantageous position.

 k

king of all one surveys

Possessing governing authority over a range of territory; having decis…

 m

move up in the world

To improve one's social or financial position.

 f

fall from grace

To fall from one's current social position to something lower, to lose…
grid_view Browse all O idioms