outburst
Americannoun
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a sudden and violent release or outpouring.
an outburst of tears.
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a sudden spell of activity, energy, etc.
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a public disturbance; riot; outbreak.
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a bursting forth; eruption.
noun
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a sudden and violent expression of emotion
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an explosion or eruption
Etymology
Origin of outburst
Example Sentences
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The outburst also appeared to shake investors’ confidence in dividends generally.
From Barron's
But don’t mistake this for an outburst from the man Rourke used to be, he said.
From Los Angeles Times
Amorim left United's hierarchy with no option but to sack him after Sunday's Elland Road outburst, an ill-judged play from a combustible personality who was already on shifting sands.
From BBC
The new observations offer clear proof that these outbursts are not as simple as once believed.
From Science Daily
The game ended with a sudden outburst from Carlsen, who struck the table with his fist before offering Gukesh a swift handshake and leaving the playing area.
From BBC
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