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burst

[burst] / bɜrst /




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On the verge of tears, she burst out laughing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

A rare decade-long interlude starting in 2011 saw the top brass loosen their grip and Suu Kyi's civilian government tentatively take the reins in a burst of optimism and reform.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The trigger for Pyongyang’s burst of good vibes started with its anger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Arme said she had "burst into tears" when she heard Bodhi was safe and well.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

‘Snap!’ she says, and we both burst out laughing.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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