blurt

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Recent Examples of blurt On my wedding day my wife who admittedly had a few glasses of champagne blurted out James. Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026 Joshua appeared as surprised as any of us, craning around as if the words had been blurted by someone on the periphery. Chang-Rae Lee, New Yorker, 3 May 2026 The rest of the album continues to subvert expectations by reeling in its anxieties instead of blurting them out. Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 24 Mar. 2026 Of course, some speakers simply blurted out what was on their mind. Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blurt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blurt
Verb
  • Crump also made a Facebook post about the Blytheville incident on Saturday, which had been shared more than 4,000 times as of Sunday afternoon.
    Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 31 Aug. 2026
  • During their visit, the wife talked incessantly, sharing stories about their family members in great detail.
    R. Eric Thomas, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Officers spoke with Cisneros for about four minutes, repeatedly ordering her to drop the knives, according to Tisch.
    Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Bawahab, as well as community leaders and former employees, addressed the crowd with Bawahab speaking about Insight’s potential role in reopening West Suburban.
    Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Along with the move back to Britain, Meghan’s acting return was a subject the Duke and Duchess of Sussex had reportedly been discussing for some time, according to People.
    Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Yet many Jews then and now objected to the idea that bringing up Israel’s war in Lebanon was appropriate context when discussing a synagogue attack.
    Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Historians say the horns may have been blown to scare evil spirits, to proclaim victories, or as a way to encourage divine mercy.
    Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The right of women to the ballot was formally made a part of the constitution of the United States today when Secretary of State Colby proclaimed ratification of the nineteenth amendment.
    AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The most impressive trick Paranormal Activity pulls off is making an entire theater — devotees and newcomers alike — afraid to look away, and giving them one hell of a good time while doing it.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Outdoor plans look great as most areas will stay dry, so keep the umbrellas at home.
    Bill Kelly, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday announced a plan to sever the Islamic Republic's financial connections around the world.
    Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The news comes after the movie theater announced its closure, leaving New Yorkers mourning at the loss.
    Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Players are also encouraged to verbalize their challenge, to leave nothing to doubt, but the cap/helmet tap represents the official challenge.
    Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
  • James verbalized the doctrine of the divine right of kings that would inspire later Stuart monarchs.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 June 2026
Verb
  • But rather than keep his discover quiet, the OP—much to everyone else's disappointment—blabbered.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025

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“Blurt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blurt. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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