as in erupted
to develop suddenly and violently
after years of decline, street crime blazed up again
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Not long after vehicles pulled up, pandemonium erupted.—
Mitch Moxley,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025 -
As gunfire erupted, her sister begged her to stay inside the vehicle, but Robleto stepped out, trying to understand what was happening.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
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When Fitzpatrick missed his putt on 17 to put himself and DeChambeau on equal terms heading into the last hole, the place exploded.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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With its crisp bubbles and endless flavor options, the drink has exploded in popularity, crowding store shelves and trending across social media.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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Trade Timing & Outlook FTNT recently broke out above its $80 resistance level, with the breakout supported by strong relative performance versus the S & P 500.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
24 Sep. 2025
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Once at the ranch, an argument broke out, threats were exchanged and several people including Madrigal, Murillo and others all fired their guns, according to the plea agreement.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Blazed (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blazed%20%28up%29. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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