outburst
noun
out·burst
ˈau̇t-ˌbərst 
1
: a violent expression of feeling
an outburst of anger
2
: a surge of activity or growth
new outbursts of creative power—
C. E. Montague
C. E. Montague3
: eruption
volcanic outbursts
Synonyms
Examples of outburst in a Sentence
the judge directed the courtroom spectators to refrain from any outbursts when the verdict was read
there was a remarkable outburst of work in the office as the visiting VIPs made their tour
Recent Examples on the Web
The next outburst isn’t expected to hit until 2042.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2024
His antisemitic outbursts in Paris and dismissal from Dior will always be a significant part of his legacy, a point the documentary includes.
—TIME, 17 Apr. 2024
Witnesses were shocked at the rare outburst of violence.
—Rick Rycroft, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Apr. 2024
But certain years have rare outbursts—in 1803, 1922, 1945 and 1982, the Lyrids produced upwards of 100 meteors per hour.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Apr. 2024
Despite the outburst of digital discontent, Flores and Guevara were the only two opposition speakers to speak before the council, Flores the only to show in person.
—Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2024
After outrageous court outbursts from Auntie Rae and Susie put Larry on the ropes, Jerry Seinfeld (playing himself) shows up in Atlanta for support and a less-than-urgent chat about bearded ladies.
—William Earl, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
The outburst of electromagnetic energy travels are the meeting of light, according to the NOAA, making the event occurring at the same time the event is observed.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024
Despite his initial outburst, Uwimana knew that vengeance wasn’t the answer.
—Jonathan M. Hansen, TIME, 7 Apr. 2024
Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2024
His antisemitic outbursts in Paris and dismissal from Dior will always be a significant part of his legacy, a point the documentary includes.
—TIME, 17 Apr. 2024
Witnesses were shocked at the rare outburst of violence.
—Rick Rycroft, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Apr. 2024
But certain years have rare outbursts—in 1803, 1922, 1945 and 1982, the Lyrids produced upwards of 100 meteors per hour.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Apr. 2024
Despite the outburst of digital discontent, Flores and Guevara were the only two opposition speakers to speak before the council, Flores the only to show in person.
—Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2024
After outrageous court outbursts from Auntie Rae and Susie put Larry on the ropes, Jerry Seinfeld (playing himself) shows up in Atlanta for support and a less-than-urgent chat about bearded ladies.
—William Earl, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
The outburst of electromagnetic energy travels are the meeting of light, according to the NOAA, making the event occurring at the same time the event is observed.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024
Despite his initial outburst, Uwimana knew that vengeance wasn’t the answer.
—Jonathan M. Hansen, TIME, 7 Apr. 2024
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outburst
noun
out·burst
-ˌbərst
1
: a sudden violent expression of strong feeling
an outburst of anger
2
: a sudden increase in activity or growth
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