burst

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to move somewhere very quickly and suddenly, often through a door.

v. to enter or exit a space hurriedly and unexpectedly.

“The children burst into the room to show their parents the new puppy.”

“The protesters burst through the security gates before the guards had a chance to react to the sudden surge of the crowd.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to suddenly start doing something, like crying, laughing, or singing.

v. to suddenly begin an activity or change state, often used with 'into'.

“The audience burst into laughter after the comedian told the final joke.”

“She burst into tears upon hearing the news, unable to contain her relief after weeks of stressful uncertainty.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a short, sudden period of energy, emotion, or activity.

n. a sudden, intense, and brief manifestation or display of something.

“A sudden burst of energy helped him finish the race in first place.”

“The athlete relied on a final burst of speed to overtake his rivals in the closing meters of the marathon.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Military Technical

n. a short series of shots from a gun or a sudden explosion.

n. a series of shots fired from an automatic weapon or the detonation of an explosive device.

“We heard a short burst of gunfire coming from the training range.”

“The soldiers were trained to fire in short, controlled bursts to maintain accuracy and conserve ammunition during the engagement.”