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as in explosion
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
a great eruption of glee as it suddenly dawned on her that she had won
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Recent Examples of eruption
Iran’s mentors were naturally taken aback by the volcanic eruption of popular anti-Americanism in the country in 1978.
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Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
Similar eruptions followed later in the year, and again in 2026, including appearing to curse at spectators in March after her Indian Wells title defence ended after just two matches.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Olynyk played four seasons with the Celtics — a tenure best remembered for his 26-point eruption in Game 7 of the 2017 East semis against Washington — and has appeared in games for eight NBA franchises.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
While the meteor caused an eruption across Massachusetts, it was seen falling in nearby states before the explosion.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 1 June 2026
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Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
Similar eruptions followed later in the year, and again in 2026, including appearing to curse at spectators in March after her Indian Wells title defence ended after just two matches.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Olynyk played four seasons with the Celtics — a tenure best remembered for his 26-point eruption in Game 7 of the 2017 East semis against Washington — and has appeared in games for eight NBA franchises.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
While the meteor caused an eruption across Massachusetts, it was seen falling in nearby states before the explosion.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eruption
Noun
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The larger and more immediate risk came from the possible explosion.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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The chemical behind the explosion — ammonium nitrate — is not regulated under RMP.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
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Pelley heard those comments, evidently for the first time, during his emotional first interview after the firing.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 June 2026
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In this particular moment, this summer, there has been a severe rupture, and that's partly because of the way that these firings were carried out.—
Zulekha Nathoo,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Tyler Freeman tacked on an RBI single and Goodman capped the outburst with his 14th homer — a three-run drive over the left-field wall.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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The outburst completely erased the five-run deficit and gave KU a 6-5 lead.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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Four of the runs scored in a quick burst in the sixth, when Neto made an error just before Rushing’s three-run homer.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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While the Rays came alive for three runs during the final two innings, Miami’s early offensive burst built enough of a cushion for Tyler Zuber to earn his first career save.—
Tyler Carmona
June 6,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2026
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“Eruption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eruption. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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