as in exodus
a flowing or going out
an outpouring of affection and support for the high school athlete in need of an organ transplant the soccer team's trip to Italy was funded by an outpouring of cash donations from the public
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Recent Examples of outpouring
Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Bob Johnson’s death generated an outpouring of support.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
The development sparked an outpouring of mixed reactions from fans of the band, who expressed sadness, concern and confusion online.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 12 Mar. 2026
After a fire burned down the original location in 2019, an outpouring of support helped this place reopen with more gusto than ever.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Davis’ family has received an outpouring of online support since he was found Monday.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
Bob Johnson’s death generated an outpouring of support.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 Mar. 2026
The development sparked an outpouring of mixed reactions from fans of the band, who expressed sadness, concern and confusion online.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 12 Mar. 2026
After a fire burned down the original location in 2019, an outpouring of support helped this place reopen with more gusto than ever.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outpouring
Noun
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The exodus of local ranchers means a decline in land stewardship.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Ha Nguyen McNeill, the TSA Deputy Administrator, told the House Homeland Security Committee that the partial government shutdown has resulted in a mass exodus of TSA workers.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Deep meadows lush with vibrant prairie bluebells, gushing water, and resplendent valleys snuggled between giant, slate grey walls top off this classic adventure.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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Water was seen gushing dozens of feet into the air.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Officials said parts of the original bypass structure — built to manage Barton Creek flow — had eroded for decades, creating the potential for sections to collapse into the pool.—
Faith Bugenhagen,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Mar. 2026
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Snowpack from the river’s Upper Basin, across mountains of Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming, accounts for a majority of the river’s natural flow each year.—
Mira Rojanasakul,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Authorities are searching for three people who appear to be seen in CCTV video pouring accelerant onto the vehicles before igniting them and fleeing.—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
23 Mar. 2026
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Massachusetts is pouring millions of dollars into watch parties and other soccer events around the state for the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There will be an Italian gelato machine whipping up fresh ice cream, a station spraying 24-karat gold onto miniature chocolate Oscars, and a live izakaya doling out traditional Japanese bites, as reported by Reuters.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 Mar. 2026
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Chopper 3 was over the scene where three boats were spraying water on the barge.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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On Friday, the Colts left no doubt - erupting for four goals after the intermission to win the Class 6A Division 2 bi-district game 5-0 at Glaspie Field on the campus of Arlington Martin High School.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Mar. 2026
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The next oak over from Aerial Rescue plays host to Open Ascent—good old-fashioned climbing—where a riot of cheers is erupting.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Throughout our interview, Cardi seems self-conscious about vocalizing her anxieties, not about the anxieties themselves, but there are so many of them spewing out of her.—
Jazmine Hughes,
Allure,
24 Mar. 2026
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Fecal transplants, which amount to a hard reset of the gut microbiome, can be a lifesaver for those whose colons have been overrun by toxin-spewing bacteria.—
Jonathan Wosen,
STAT,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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They should then be joined by the Young Republicans who reportedly have been spouting Nazi mottos and ideas.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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Nor does anyone spouting rock-hard opinions in recent weeks about Malik Willis with little more than scant and seductive game film.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Outpouring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outpouring. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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