outpouring
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4.2
- noun
- /ˈaʊtˌpɔrɪŋ/
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- The Jewish community's response was manifested by an outpouring of organizational effort and financial support.
- an outpouring of support
- an outpouring of grief
- emotional outpouring
And the the outpouring of love, I can't even explain it.
- And the the outpouring of love, I can't even explain it.
- So there's an outpouring of grief and compassion.
- It was just this outpouring of the most vile language and imagery.
- Only when the big tragedies happen do we see that kind of support and outpouring.
- And the outpouring of generosity has been something quite beautiful to watch.
- I am continually astonished by the outpouring of support that people have given to this cause, and rightfully so.
- I had an outpouring of incredible support from other people who I'd never met, which meant a great deal to me.
- And everywhere these massive outpourings of grief and shock that this great conquer who looked like an English Alexander has, has been, you know, cut down in his prime.
Examples
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And you can see that in the outpouring of sympathy from her fans during the funeral.
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There's an enormous outpouring of tears over the death of this man.
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And the outpouring of generosity has been something quite beautiful to watch.
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I had an outpouring of incredible support from other people who I'd never met, which meant a great deal to me.
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There has been a tremendous outpouring of Christian love and support.
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Bob, I'm touched by your outpouring of emotion.
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When we first reported on John's story, we got such an outpouring of care and concern from the community.
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So there's an outpouring of grief and compassion.
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TV stations provided call-in lines and panel discussions to respond to the emotional outpouring after the broadcast.
Academic text (1999) -
The sudden outpouring of sympathy from the community touched her heart deeply.
Synonyms
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3.9
A sudden strong show of feeling like anger or laughter
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2.4
A very large number of things that arrive suddenly
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6.8
A large fast stream of questions, messages or criticism sent to someone
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4.4
A flow of liquid pouring out from a place
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4.4
Liquid or other matter that comes out of something, often as waste
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3.2
An event when water or other things flow over the edge of a container
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4.6
Movement of water, gas or money out of a place
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7.9
A sudden large flow of questions or complaints
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4.3
A sudden strong flow of liquid from a cut or pipe
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6.1
Many questions or messages sent quickly and repeatedly to someone
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7.9
A strong, open expression of feelings
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3.6
A sudden strong feeling that is hard to control
A sudden large flow of feelings or help from many people
Tears that suddenly flow because of a strong feeling
A sudden strong burst of joy that people feel or show
A sudden strong show of feeling, for example loud joy or anger
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Etymology
Outpouring is simply out + pour, with out meaning 'out' and pour meaning 'to flow or spill'. So imagine pouring water out of a cup — a sudden, big flow — and you can see why an outpouring means a large flow or a strong 'expression' of feeling, help, or support.