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outburst

[out-burst] / ˈaʊtˌbɜrst /


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But the recent outburst of innovation, combined with the heated rivalries among the nation’s battery makers, seems to be moving up the clock.

From The Wall Street Journal

The nobleman reported the outburst to the king, sure that the painter would be punished.

From The Wall Street Journal

Simon told The Wall Street Journal in a 2025 interview that he was passionate and got animated, but insisted his outbursts were partly showmanship.

From The Wall Street Journal

Why was there a delay between the breakup and the bright outbursts later seen from Earth?

From Science Daily

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