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  • present participle of burst.

bursting

ADJECTIVE
breaking open
Synonyms
STRONG
Antonyms




Example Sentences

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Bursting forward with intent, Murillo held off two challenges before lashing a superb low strike past Ederson into the far corner from 25 yards.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Bursting on the scene as a top prospect with the Philadelphia Phillies, he featured heavily in the 2018 and 2019 campaigns after signing a six-year, $24-million contract extension before making his MLB debut.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2025

Bursting onto the scene were fresh, sporty minidresses adorned with intricate white florals and foliage.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 1, 2023

Bursting through the middle again, they recycled it wide and Caroline Boujard popped inside to Boulard who cantered in for her hat-trick.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2023

Bursting into tears like that, on the side of the road?

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin




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