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outburst

[out-burst] / ˈaʊtˌbɜrst /


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At the briefing, Trump expressed dismay at the violent outburst at the Washington Hilton, where the black-tie event has been held for more than 50 years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

But is there a risk that an outburst about United could conflict with Neville's role at Sky, or his relationship with United or their fans?

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

"This is certainly an outburst unlike any other we have seen in the past 50 years," said Eliza Neights, an astronomer at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

In his engaging memoir, “Streetwise,” Mr. Blankfein calls this outburst “a performance for the team,” but adds tellingly that he was “speaking to myself as well.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Mrs. Kay, embarrassed by my outburst, looks down, pulling her ear.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes