outburst
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By following Swift J1727.8−1613 through an entire outburst, astronomers were able to observe nearly the full cycle of feeding, transformation, and expulsion.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 31, 2026
Taken aback by Gavriel’s fiery outburst, Yair asks in disbelief, “why can’t we live side by side in peace?”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
I’m sure there’s a way to pooh-pooh Tuesday’s outburst by pointing out the expansion of the cup from 32 to 48 teams and arguing the competition is diluted and the stars are feasting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 2026
The authentic, passionate outburst galvanised the Tartan Army spread throughout the Boston Stadium stands who were perhaps - and understandably - a little concerned at what was unfolding in their tournament opener against Haiti.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
Mark looked up to see that Alec was a little astonished at his outburst, but then he shook his head and came over to join Mark on the cot.
From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner
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As permafrost degrades, glacial lake outbursts and rock-ice avalanches are expected to increase, producing faster, debris-laden floods that are harder to forecast.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
But where once these kinds of outbursts would have made waves, they now seem to ripple at best.
From Slate ● Aug. 18, 2026
There are no explosive revelations, gotcha moments, dramatic confessions, or theatrical outbursts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
Addictions, compulsive work habits, emotional outbursts, chronic anxiety and even physical illness may result when trauma remains unresolved.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 26, 2026
Interspersed among the lively, whispery strings are little military outbursts from the horns.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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