Blow in

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verb

Arrive somewhere out of the blue or unexpectedly.

John just blew in, no one expected him to come.
Visual representation of "blow in" - Arrive somewhere out of the blue or unexpectedly

Often appears as...

  • blow in unannounced
  • blow in unexpectedly

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Unexpected Arrival

Use 'blow in' to describe someone arriving without notice, suggesting a casual or surprising entrance.

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I was watching TV when my cousin just blew in.
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Colloquial Usage

'Blow in' is informal, often used among friends or in casual settings, not in formal situations.

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Let's have a get-together at my place. Feel free to blow in anytime!
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Not Always Welcome

Sometimes 'blow in' can imply that the arrival was not completely welcomed or planned.

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We were in a serious meeting when he just blew in.
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