No. 10,238 in Russian
блокбастер
A highly successful or popular film, book, or other entertainment work.
In a sentence
Этот фильм стал настоящим блокбастером, собрав миллионы долларов в прокате.
This movie became a real blockbuster, grossing millions of dollars at the box office.
Here, 'блокбастер' is used to describe a movie that is highly successful and popular, particularly concerning its earnings and audience reception.
Несмотря на ожидания, новый блокбастер получил смешанные отзывы критиков.
Despite expectations, the new blockbuster received mixed reviews from critics.
In this usage, 'блокбастер' refers to a newly released movie that is anticipated to be exceptionally prominent or successful.
Многие блокбастеры отличаются зрелищными спецэффектами и большим бюджетом.
Many blockbusters are characterized by spectacular special effects and large budgets.
Here, 'блокбастер' is used to denote high-budget films typically known for their impressive visual effects and massive appeal.
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