Example Sentences
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Because both sections are experiencing high and relatively similar levels of stress, the fault system is in a configuration that has historically preceded multi-fault ruptures.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 18, 2026
The catastrophic explosion occurs when a pressurized vessel containing a liquid ruptures.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026
You may not know you have high blood pressure until something goes wrong and that extra pressure ruptures a blood vessel - like a burst pipe – causing a stroke or a heart attack.
From BBC ● May 15, 2026
“As soon as the Achilles ruptures, things are going the wrong way,” said O’Malley.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026
I cannot put on paper the idea that I want to scream, as loud as I can, until my throat ruptures.
From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan
