Expel, as lava Crossword Clue

The solution for the clue "Expel, as lava" from The Washington Post Sunday crossword puzzle is mentioned here below. .

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Expel, as lava" corresponds to the answer "SPEW" for a specific reason. Let's break down why this clue perfectly fits the answer:

1. Expel: The term "expel" indicates a forceful expulsion or discharge. In the context of a volcano, when lava erupts, it is forcefully expelled from the volcano's vent due to pressure buildup.
2. Lava: Lava is molten rock material that flows out during a volcanic eruption. It is incredibly hot and viscous.

Therefore, the word "SPEW" is a fitting answer for the clue "Expel, as lava" because volcanic eruptions are often described as spewing lava due to the forceful and explosive nature of the process.

Definition of "SPEW"

expel large quantities of (something) rapidly and forcibly

Example :

buses were spewing out black clouds of exhaust

great screeds of paper spewed out of the computer

he felt faint and nauseous—he had to get out before he spewed

 The Crossword clue "Expel, as lava" published 7 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Washington Post Sunday	27 December 2020	SPEW
USA Today	27 May 2019	SPEW
New York Times	4 August 2015	SPEW
L.A. Times Daily	22 February 2012	SPEW
Newsday.com	26 October 2009	SPEW