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to burst
01
to suddenly and violently break open or apart, particularly as a result of internal pressure
02
burst outward, usually with noise
03
force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
04
move suddenly, energetically, or violently
05
emerge suddenly
06
be in a state of movement or action
07
break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
08
cause to burst
Burst
01
the act of exploding or bursting
02
rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
03
a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
04
a sudden intense happening
burst
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burster
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burster
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Example
The dam burst, causing a flood downstream.
The frozen pipes burst due to the extreme cold.
Fireworks burst brilliantly in the night sky.
The fireworks burst brightly in a display of colors.
The housing bubble burst, deflating property values across the region.
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