outburst
noun
out·burst
ˈau̇t-ˌbərst 
1
: a violent expression of feeling
an outburst of anger
2
: a surge of activity or growth
new outbursts of creative power—
C. E. Montague
C. E. Montague3
: eruption
volcanic outbursts
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Examples of outburst in a Sentence
the judge directed the courtroom spectators to refrain from any outbursts when the verdict was read
there was a remarkable outburst of work in the office as the visiting VIPs made their tour
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Loading your audio article FORT COLLINS — After a violent outburst almost cost him everything, Avery Morrow was determined to get his life back on track.
—Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
Angry outbursts, a lack of motivation and poor eating habits may be signs of election stress that will put some people at higher risk for cardiovascular problems this week, experts and research suggest.
—Stephanie Innes, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
As the drivers exited their vehicles, Smith approached Custer, leading to a physical outburst.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 42 following the outbursts.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 1 Nov. 2024
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Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
Angry outbursts, a lack of motivation and poor eating habits may be signs of election stress that will put some people at higher risk for cardiovascular problems this week, experts and research suggest.
—Stephanie Innes, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
As the drivers exited their vehicles, Smith approached Custer, leading to a physical outburst.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 42 following the outbursts.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Outburst.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outburst. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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outburst
noun
out·burst
-ˌbərst
1
: a sudden violent expression of strong feeling
an outburst of anger
2
: a sudden increase in activity or growth
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