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
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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Nothing but quick and shocking outbursts of violence can pierce the movie’s surfaces of overheated restraint.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
Hubble captured this dramatic event in a stunning series of images, revealing intricate dust patterns as a flash of light from the outburst expanded outward and reflected off surrounding dust clouds — a phenomenon known as a light echo.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But Al-Sheikh has also drawn attention for a succession of public outbursts, many over issues that appear petty.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Case plays Morgan Doughty – Paul’s long-term girlfriend who’s grown all-too accustomed to his drunken outbursts and antics.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
Hubble captured this dramatic event in a stunning series of images, revealing intricate dust patterns as a flash of light from the outburst expanded outward and reflected off surrounding dust clouds — a phenomenon known as a light echo.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But Al-Sheikh has also drawn attention for a succession of public outbursts, many over issues that appear petty.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Case plays Morgan Doughty – Paul’s long-term girlfriend who’s grown all-too accustomed to his drunken outbursts and antics.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025
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“Outburst.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outburst. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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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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