eruption

Example Sentences

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Chemical analysis shows that this newer material differs from what was released during the previous eruption.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Seama says, "Due to its extent and location it is clear that this is in fact the same magma reservoir as in the previous eruption."

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

The hillside behind her was sprinkled with desert golds, but the display fell short of the riotous eruption of flowers posted on social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The later eruption likely covered much of the North Island in meters of ash.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

David Johnston’s friends and coworkers had started calling the ridge where he died “Johnston Ridge” soon after the eruption.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone