erupt

US /ɪˈrʌpt/
UK /ɪˈrʌpt/
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of a volcano, to become active and eject lava, ash, and gases

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The volcano is expected to erupt soon.
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When Mount Vesuvius erupted, it buried Pompeii.
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burstexplodeflaregushspew
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to break out suddenly and dramatically

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Laughter erupted from the audience.
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Violence erupted in the streets after the protest.
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break outflare upexplodeburst forthignite
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of a skin condition, to appear suddenly on the skin

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A rash erupted on her arm.
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His face erupted in pimples during puberty.
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appearbreak outmanifestsurface
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eruptionvolcanic eruption