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burst

[burst] / bɜrst /




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Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until some berries burst and the sauce becomes glossy but still loose.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

The clothing brand Everlane burst onto the fashion scene in 2011 with a bold proclamation: “The finest designer-quality accessories, basics & essentials under $100.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Scientists believe the long lasting burst may have been sustained by three coronal mass ejections that erupted from the same region of the Sun.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Two of the boys' mothers burst into tears as Judge Nicholas Rowland told the attackers "none of you need to go to prison today".

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Clare hurtled down the hill and burst into the cottage.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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