1
as in explosion
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
a great eruption of glee as it suddenly dawned on her that she had won
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2
as in firing
the act or an instance of exploding
the eruption of the volcano Krakatoa was one of the most violent in global history
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Recent Examples of eruption
While experts do not believe an eruption is imminent, the seismic swarms are worrying to locals, especially since the region has not been able to design an effective evacuation plan that would ensure the rapid escape of 500,000 people.
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Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN, 13 Mar. 2025
The economic loss from a Mount Fuji eruption is estimated to be up to 2.5 trillion yen ($16.6 billion).
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025
Since the volcanic eruption, most farmers here are just trying to get back on their feet.
—Colette Davidson, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Mar. 2025
The planned lease termination of the Alaska Volcano Observatory in Anchorage has been reversed amid threats of a volcanic eruption.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN, 13 Mar. 2025
The economic loss from a Mount Fuji eruption is estimated to be up to 2.5 trillion yen ($16.6 billion).
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2025
Since the volcanic eruption, most farmers here are just trying to get back on their feet.
—Colette Davidson, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Mar. 2025
The planned lease termination of the Alaska Volcano Observatory in Anchorage has been reversed amid threats of a volcanic eruption.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eruption
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From Ediacaran Precursors To The Cambrian Explosion The discovery and classification of Dickinsonia have had profound implications for our understanding of the Cambrian explosion.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Authorities also said there was a vehicle on fire, which has since been put out, at the address of the house explosion.—
Kelly Murray,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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The two decisions represent a significant setback for the states, the unions and the civic organizations that had sued the government in an effort to block the summary firings of more than 24,000 federal workers.—
Andrea Hsu,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2025
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Ken Russell, who is also running for mayor, was one of the two remaining commissioners to vote against his firing.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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In some cases, the person may exhibit sudden emotional outbursts or changes in temperament.—
Brigid Dwyer,
Verywell Health,
15 Apr. 2025
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The seven-goal outburst on Saturday vs. Washington gives the Jackets 254 goals.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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The transformed Hidden Jungle aviary bursts with hundreds of butterflies each spring, attracting butterfly enthusiasts from across the region.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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An 8-year-old Utah boy jumping on a trampoline miraculously survived after a strong wind burst sent him several feet into the air.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Eruption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eruption. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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