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
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an outpouring of affection and support for the high school athlete in need of an organ transplant
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Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
The incident prompted an outpouring of support from Virginia officials, including Governor Glenn Youngkin, who offered his prayers.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2025
But what was more touching, was the outpouring of sadness, condolences and respect that was shown across social media.
—Andrew Wright, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
For Grace, the outpouring of warmth and support felt genuine.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 28 July 2025
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“Outpouring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outpouring. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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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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