Example Sentences

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When the heel inevitably betrays the babyface—and the fans who gave him the benefit of the doubt—the audience will erupt with rage and boos and hate him even more.

From Salon • Jul. 24, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO—Someday, a great earthquake will erupt from the San Andreas fault, which cuts through Southern California from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

From Science Magazine • Dec. 14, 2023

It is unclear when it will erupt, but it seems possible that one day it will.

From New York Times • Aug. 6, 2023

The breathless media of our digital age will erupt.

From Washington Post • Aug. 21, 2020

If the answer is yes, a long buzz will erupt from the intercom.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers