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burst

CEFR: B2
To break open, rupture, or shatter suddenly and violently under excessive internal fluid or gas pressure.

Synonyms

  • rupture
  • explode

Example Sentence

Excessive hydraulic pressure caused the pressurized delivery pipe to burst during stress testing.

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