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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Tony Dorsett, one of the NFL's greatest running backs, has previously spoken about memory issues and emotional outbursts tied to potential CTE.
—Pandora Dewan, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
This square can also trigger passive-aggressive behavior or emotional outbursts, as the protective energy of Mars in Cancer clashes with the sun in Libra’s diplomacy and fairness.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Oct. 2024
The public understands, at least subconsciously, that something must matter to voters, but only really gets evidence that most things—say, Trump’s convictions in court, his litany of bigoted outbursts and lies, or who wins a debate—do not.
—Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2024
Managing emotions and preventing frequent mood swings, outbursts, or inappropriate emotional responses in social situations.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
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Pandora Dewan, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
This square can also trigger passive-aggressive behavior or emotional outbursts, as the protective energy of Mars in Cancer clashes with the sun in Libra’s diplomacy and fairness.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Oct. 2024
The public understands, at least subconsciously, that something must matter to voters, but only really gets evidence that most things—say, Trump’s convictions in court, his litany of bigoted outbursts and lies, or who wins a debate—do not.
—Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2024
Managing emotions and preventing frequent mood swings, outbursts, or inappropriate emotional responses in social situations.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024
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“Outburst.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outburst. Accessed 16 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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