bombardment

/bɑmˈbɑrdmənt/
noun
  1. A continuous attack with bombs, shells, or other explosives.
    • The soldiers took cover in a bunker to escape the constant bombardment.
    • During the war, the bombardment of the port destroyed many ships.
    • The city endured a heavy bombardment that lasted for three days.
  2. A large amount of something, such as questions, information, or criticism, directed at someone all at once.
    • After the announcement, the CEO faced a bombardment of questions from reporters.
    • She received a bombardment of emails after posting her opinion online.
    • Children today grow up under a constant bombardment of advertisements.
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