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bluster

verb

/ˈblʌstər/

Meaning

to speak loudly in an aggressive or threatening way, often without real power

The manager blustered about firing people but did nothing.

rant, roar, threaten, boast

murmur, whisper

bluster about, bluster and threaten, loud bluster

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

to free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility; to pardon

to fail to notice or consider; to ignore; to have a view over something from above

To make something better or improve a situation; to enhance or upgrade.

to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved

to accumulate or receive over time, especially payments or benefits