eruption of

Frequency: 8.818.0 per million words

Used to specify what is erupting, such as 'an eruption of violence' or 'an eruption of laughter'.

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Examples (10)

  • The controversial new law led to an eruption of protests across the country.
  • The referee's decision caused a sudden eruption of anger from the crowd.
  • Diplomats are working to prevent an eruption of conflict in the region.
  • His ridiculous joke was met with an eruption of laughter from everyone in the room.
  • The unexpected announcement was followed by an eruption of applause.
  • When the winner was announced, there was a joyful eruption of cheers.
  • The artist experienced a sudden eruption of creativity, painting three masterpieces in a week.
  • The changing seasons brought a spectacular eruption of colour in the forests.
  • The scandal triggered an eruption of criticism from the media.
  • We witnessed an eruption of genius from the young chess player.