as in erupts
to develop suddenly and violently
hives burst forth on the child's arms and face whenever she goes near that plant
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During the closing Neilah service after night has fallen, the practice concludes with the cries of the Shema prayer before the congregation erupts into song and dance.—
Krys'tal Griffin,
Freep.com,
2 Oct. 2025 -
When the volcano erupts, Mario and Dani have to navigate its danger and their sentiments for each other.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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Continue reading … POLITICS SENATE SHOWDOWN – Yelling match breaks out in Senate hearing with former Biden official over ‘two spirit’ safe spaces.—
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FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Packing a tent, space blanket, tarp and bivy can help you be prepared if severe weather breaks out or your plan takes a turn.—
Daniella Segura,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The post also included a video showing aerial footage of a fast-moving boat at sea that suddenly explodes.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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When Whitney accuses her of lying to cover up her misdoings, everything explodes.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Bursts (forth).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bursts%20%28forth%29. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
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