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outbreak

/ˈaʊt.brek/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does outbreak mean?

noun, verb

A sudden and violent outbreak of a disease, or a sudden and violent occurrence of something unpleasant. A sudden and violent expression of emotion or a sudden and violent action.

Example

"The outbreak of the disease spread quickly throughout the city."

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