burst vs bursted

Definitions

noun

1. rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
2. the act of exploding or bursting
3. a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)
4. a sudden intense happening

verb

1. be in a state of movement or action
2. come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
3. break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
4. emerge suddenly
5. force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up

Examples

We had been talking and laughing a great deal for more than half an hour when suddenly the lady burst into tears.

They soon added a try when one of their strong running centres burst through some ineffectual tackling to score under the posts.

Better to wait until bubbles burst and manage the consequences, softening the economic blow by loosening monetary policy very quickly.

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