salvo

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salvo

The crowd erupted in a salvo of cheers when the home team scored.

Definition

Noun: 1. A simultaneous discharge of firearms or release of bombs: A salvo is the act of firing several guns or launching several missiles at the same time, especially as a salute or in battle. 2. A sudden, vigorous, or aggressive series of words or actions: A salvo can also refer to a sudden, forceful outburst, such as a burst of applause, a series of questions, or a verbal attack.

Usage Examples
  • As a simultaneous discharge:
    • The ship fired a 21-gun salvo in honor of the visiting dignitary.
    • The enemy position was destroyed by a salvo of rockets.
  • As a sudden outburst:
    • The speaker's controversial remark drew a salvo of criticism from the audience.
    • The interview began with a salvo of tough questions.
Advanced Usage
  • "Opening salvo": The first in a series of actions or statements, especially in a conflict, debate, or competition.
    • The lawyer's opening statement was the first salvo in what would be a long trial.
  • "Salvo of laughter/applause": A sudden, loud burst of laughter or clapping.
    • The comedian's perfect punchline was met with a salvo of laughter.
Variants and Related Words
  • Fusillade (noun): A series of shots fired or missiles thrown all at the same time or in quick succession. (Often used interchangeably with "salvo" but can imply a more continuous, rapid series.)
  • Volley (noun): A number of bullets, arrows, or other projectiles discharged at one time. (Similar to salvo but can also be used in sports, e.g., a volley of shots in tennis.)
Synonyms
  • Burst: A sudden brief outbreak.
  • Barrage: A concentrated outpouring, as of questions or blows.
  • Flurry: A sudden, brief period of intense activity.
Related Phrases
  • In salvo(s): Fired or done all together.
    • The missiles were launched in salvos to overwhelm the defenses.
Related Idioms
  • "The first salvo has been fired": This idiom means that the initial action in a conflict or competition has begun, often suggesting more will follow.
    • By publicly criticizing the policy, she fired the first salvo in the political debate.
salvo

The crowd erupted in a salvo of cheers when the home team scored.

Noun
  1. a sudden outburst of cheers
    • there was a salvo of approval
  2. rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
    • our fusillade from the left flank caught them by surprise
  3. an outburst resembling the discharge of firearms or the release of bombs

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