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Blowback
For Blowback we have terms and definitions in 2 topics. The topics are Explosives and Spy.
Blowback (Explosives) 
Escape, to the rear and under pressure, of gases formed during the firing of a gun. Blowback may be caused by a defective breech mechanism, a ruptured cartridge, or a faulty primer.
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Blowback (Spy)
Unexpected negative consequences of spying activity.
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