bursts

Example Sentences

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As the materials pass the sensors’ near-infrared eyes, bursts of compressed air push specific items toward intended collection areas.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

His obsession with late-night television is almost endearing, like a child who bursts into tears on their birthday because someone smooshed a cupcake into their cheek.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

They also go on to say that "above-average temperatures" are expected for each of the months of June, July and August, and "significant bursts" of heat are expected in the UK, and across Europe.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

But when he finally bursts with a cathartic eleventh-hour speech about the inaccuracy of Krick’s historical forecast, Eisenhower listens.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

She slowly lowered herself onto the cushions, sucking air through her teeth in short bursts until she sat next to me.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry