Burst

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NOUN

the act of exploding or bursting

rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms

a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)

a sudden intense happening

VERB

come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure

force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up

burst outward, usually with noise

move suddenly, energetically, or violently

be in a state of movement or action

emerge suddenly

cause to burst

break open or apart suddenly and forcefully

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