outpouring
noun
out·pour·ing
ˈau̇t-ˌpȯr-iŋ 
1
: the act of pouring out
an outpouring of emotion
2
: something that pours out or is poured out : outflow
Examples of outpouring in a Sentence
an outpouring of affection and support for the high school athlete in need of an organ transplant
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Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
The outpouring reflects the deep ties Brotherton’s has built in Central Texas since opening in 2017, as well as the legacy of its founder, John Brotherton, a respected pitmaster known for his generosity and collaborative spirit within the Texas barbecue community.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Food pantries and soup kitchens were inundated with residents in need — but also saw an outpouring of donations.
—Kitan Arole, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
Visitation for the couple on Sunday drew an outpouring of community support despite cold weather.
—Stephen Sorace , Adam Sabes , Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 11 Jan. 2026
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“Outpouring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outpouring. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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outpouring
noun
out·pour·ing
-ˌpōr-iŋ
-ˌpȯr-
1
: the act of pouring out
2
a
: something that pours out or is poured out
b
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