burst
Example Sentences
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The Tempo went on a 10-0 burst heading into the second quarter but the Sparks countered to maintain momentum and led 46-38 at halftime.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
Scientists believe Shalbatana Vallis formed around 3.5 billion years ago after vast amounts of groundwater burst onto the surface.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
Compelling listeners to dance, the song is "a duet of very high musical quality" and "a three-minute burst of drama", Finnish Eurovision expert Anna Muurinen told AFP.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
McInnes tried to be measured but the dam burst a little when he spoke about the decisions he feels are going against his club.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
As soon as we reached the group of girls, Trudy burst out, ‘Hugo looked at me!’
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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