burst

US /bɝːst/
UK /bɝːst/
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1.

break open or apart suddenly and violently, typically as a result of an internal pressure

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The balloon burst with a loud pop.
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The pipes burst due to the freezing temperatures.
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2.

emerge suddenly and forcefully

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She burst into the room, full of excitement.
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The sun burst through the clouds.
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1.

an instance of breaking or bursting

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There was a sudden burst of laughter from the crowd.
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A burst of speed helped him win the race.
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