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bursting

ADJECTIVE
breaking open
Synonyms
STRONG
Antonyms




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I had long admired her, especially the rollicking and indispensable “Slow Days, Fast Company,” first published in 1977, a charming and insightful series of stories bursting with pluck and sass.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

Scaloni said he had not spoken to Messi, before bursting into tears himself then leaving the news conference.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

Investors were watching the results especially closely after several sharp sell-offs in the tech sector over fears the AI bubble might be approaching its bursting point.

From Barron's Jul. 15, 2026

Footage broadcast on Thai television showed flames bursting from the venue and people running out as smoke filled the street.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

I don’t even hear Miss Forshaw’s reply over Sal and Karly bursting out laughing.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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