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burst with

Idioms  
  1. Be overfull with something, be unable to contain oneself with an emotion. For example, Jane's award made her parents burst with pride, or Harry is bursting with the news about his promotion. [Early 1600s]


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Rescuers scoured flooded parts of China for survivors on Wednesday after storms killed 17 people and caused dozens of rivers to overflow and a reservoir dam to burst, with officials warning of more rain.

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

This time of year, the village gardens, private estates and rolling fields of West Dorset burst with life.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 15, 2026

Given the small deficit and depth of their batting, England are marginally on top, though a strong burst with the second new ball on Saturday morning could tip the balance towards New Zealand once more.

From BBC Nov. 29, 2024

I didn’t want to burst with excitement, so I held my breath and didn’t move, and for that moment, I was just part of DMC’s entourage, chatting with the man who created my childhood.

From Salon Nov. 28, 2024

The drüskelle seemed ready to burst with pride.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo

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