bursts

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But so do bursts of color, softer fabrics and strange patterns.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2026

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

Each will exert an influence on our weather this week, which means spells of potentially hot sunshine interspersed with occasional bursts of rain.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 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

Her face bursts out into a grin as she watches me coming, but I can see that mean glint in her eyes, too.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender