American English equivalent for 'puncture' is _______

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  1. flat-out
  2. blast-out
  3. blow-out
  4. crash out

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Option 3 : blow-out
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The correct answer is 'blow-out'.

Key Points

  • Let's discuss the meaning of given options:
    • Flat-out - Being or going at maximum effort or speed.
    • Blast-out - To be produced as loud music or noise.
    • Blow-out - Bursting of a container (such as a tire) by the pressure of the contents on a weak spot.
    • Crash-out - To go to sleep, To pass out.
  • By the above points explained

The correct answer is: 'Blow-out'.

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