burst (in or into)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for burst (in or into)
Verb
  • If readings reach dangerous levels, astronauts can construct a makeshift radiation shield inside Orion, fortifying themselves between the spacecraft's heatshield and water storage canisters, both of which are better at absorbing penetrating radiation than other onboard materials.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Salicylic acid penetrates deep into the pores to dissolve away acne-causing debris, while coddling the skin barrier with a cocktail of ceramides and niacinamide.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Doctors struggle to access complete patient histories, researchers spend months cleaning inconsistent datasets, and hospitals face spiraling costs just to keep outdated systems running.
    Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
  • This budding technique involves comparing DNA samples to those accessible on public genetic databases which law enforcement is permitted to access.
    Claire Lempert, ABC News, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Police can log into a dashboard, enter a case number, and search not just by plate number, but also by make, model, or even bumper stickers.
    Jennifer Jolly, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Red Sox starter Brayan Bello entered Saturday’s start with the best ERA among all starting pitchers who’ve made at least 10 starts against New York in the past 25 years.
    Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
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“Burst (in or into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/burst%20%28in%20or%20into%29. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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