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burst

[burst] / bɜrst /




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OpenAI announced the capability in October 2025 but said it recently streamlined its process for approving apps, one reason for the recent burst.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Instead of producing a powerful burst of thrust, they generate a steady push over long periods, gradually accelerating spacecraft to very high speeds.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

On a workbench nearby, sea mine-shaped lamps stand on metal casts of hawk feet alongside caged bubble glass lanterns that appear as if they might burst from internal pressure.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

If the Iran conflict is resolved and inflation quiets down, the economy could even see another burst of growth.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

A second later, the door to our dorm burst open and a pajama-clad Callaway stood silhouetted in the doorway.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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