as in to burst
to be copiously supplied a tough city neighborhood that has a reputation for pullulating with prostitutes and petty criminals

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  • Since bursting onto the scene as a freshman, Janiah has carried a heavy load for Seminole Ridge, showcasing not only her scoring ability but also her all-around impact on the game.
    Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The Amazon Outlet is always bursting with major markdowns — and this week’s lineup is even juicier thanks to the spring sale.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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  • Madison Square Garden buzzed with anticipation, hearts warmed by nostalgia.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2025
  • There was a long pause before anyone answered, and a longer pause before I was buzzed in.
    Elif Batuman, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
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  • Symptoms include swelling of the eyelid and skin around the eye, bulging eyes, discoloration or redness, painful or difficult eye movement, and vision troubles.
    Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
  • Samsung has shown off a stretchable display that’s capable of physically bulging out of a flat surface.
    Barry Collins, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Pullulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pullulate. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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