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as in fracture
an opening caused by the sudden tearing or breaking of something
The earthquake created a rupture that spanned several miles. Doctors identified a rupture in his aorta.
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as in rift
the loss of good relations
The incident caused a diplomatic rupture between the two countries. They've been working to mend the rupture in their relationship.
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as in to fracture
to cause to develop a hole, crack, or tear often in a sudden and forceful or violent way
She was out for the rest of the season after she ruptured a tendon.
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as in to burst
to develop a hole, crack, or tear often in a sudden and forceful or violent way
The pipeline ruptured, leaking thousands of gallons of oil. The fault could rupture during the next major earthquake. High blood pressure caused the blood vessels to rupture.
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Recent Examples of rupture
Sara Miller Llana, Christian Science Monitor, 16 June 2025
Pepper balls marry the effects of a chemical irritant with the delivery of a blunt-force projectile: Pepper spray balls, according to the CRS report, rupture on impact, releasing a chemical irritant similar to those used for tear gas.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 10 June 2025
Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
After a half hour of this kind of absurdity, Mike Sabo, the oldest member of the team at fifty-three, was pulling the goat aboard when the tendon in his right bicep ruptured with an audible pop.
—Will Grant, Outside Online, 11 June 2025
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Noun
But this isn’t a sudden rupture, argues Mr. Giffin.
—Sara Miller Llana, Christian Science Monitor, 16 June 2025
Pepper balls marry the effects of a chemical irritant with the delivery of a blunt-force projectile: Pepper spray balls, according to the CRS report, rupture on impact, releasing a chemical irritant similar to those used for tear gas.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 10 June 2025
Verb
The surgery revealed that one of her implants had ruptured.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
After a half hour of this kind of absurdity, Mike Sabo, the oldest member of the team at fifty-three, was pulling the goat aboard when the tendon in his right bicep ruptured with an audible pop.
—Will Grant, Outside Online, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rupture
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The title effectively sums up the notions of paranoia and social fracture — and the freedoms that might be their alternative — explored throughout the 14-track project.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
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Later in the night, Correa received further good news when X-rays revealed no fracture or structural damage.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Several viewers also poked fun at whether a rift occurred between the two canines following the toy dispute.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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The abrupt pause in U.S. military aid has deepened rifts with European allies, which remain committed to supporting Ukraine and fear that Washington’s stance could undermine Western unity.—
Danny Bakst,
Fortune,
3 July 2025
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Brands began to pull together resources to support refugees.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
13 Feb. 2023
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The 13-minute performance will likely call for a healthy dose of vibrant, colored lighting to pull it all together.—
Kelly Allen,
House Beautiful,
10 Feb. 2023
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Bubbly, bittersweet, and bursting with untapped potential, a bottle of tonic water is the key to a whole summer of compelling cocktails.—
Amiel Stanek,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Figuring jets of water springing from pools turned oval by perspective, arches also reminiscent of its headquarters seem to burst to life against the skin.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
10 July 2025
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On the ceiling of their room, there was a rather large water mark and an accompanying crack and fissure.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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The standoff encapsulates many of Thailand’s long-running political fissures: Shinawatra’s family has dominated its politics for decades, but has faced opposition from its powerful military, courts, and groups tied to the monarchy.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
1 July 2025
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Enter: a major schism in the relationship, just at the moment that both mother and daughter should be cherishing every moment together.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
10 June 2025
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The decision to visit all three leading Arab Gulf powers and not just Saudi Arabia seems designed to prevent a schism.—
Marc Lynch,
Foreign Affairs,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Will Porter has spent the past few years breaking back into tennis by taking lessons and playing matches with friends.—
Will Porter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The 6-foot-7, 282-pound Judge is on pace to break his AL record of 62 homers set in 2022.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
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What Is Happening in Cape Coral? Cape Coral's housing market exploded during the pandemic, when thousands of out-of-state newcomers flocked to the relatively affordable Florida paradise, snatching up for-sale homes and driving up prices.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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During World War II, the company created field rations for the armed services, and Chef Boyardee exploded to a company with $20 million in annual revenue (over $320 million in today’s money).—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
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“Rupture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rupture. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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