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eruptions (noun)

The act of breaking out or bursting forth suddenly and often violently. Most commonly refers to the ejection of molten rock, ash, or gas from a volcano, or the sudden appearance of a rash on the skin.

💬 Example

"The history of the island is marked by several violent volcanic eruptions."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of an 'E'xit that 'Rupt'ures (breaks). E-ruptions are things that break out of an exit.

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'eruptions' for slow events. → The growth of the rash.

Saying 'eruptions in laughter'. → Eruptions of laughter.

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