Spurt

A spurt is a sudden, forceful gush or burst of something, often a liquid, but also including energy, speed, or activity. It can also describe a short, intense burst of effort. The term frequently implies a rapid and often unexpected increase or outpouring. It can be used literally, describing the physical action of something erupting, or figuratively, relating to sudden progress or a surge in emotion. The duration is generally short, capturing the immediate impact of the burst. It's associated with a dynamic shift from a previous state.

Spurt meaning with examples

• The geyser emitted a powerful spurt of hot water, shooting several feet into the air, leaving onlookers drenched. The force of the sudden spurt surprised the tourists, leading to them running for cover to avoid a thorough soaking. The pressure within had built for days, before the release finally caused the sudden liquid expulsion.
• After a period of stagnation, the company experienced a spurt in sales following their successful marketing campaign. This sudden influx of new clients gave the whole business a real lift, especially among the board. With sales now increasing, the company was excited to see the benefits from the changes implemented.
• During the race, the cyclist made a final, desperate spurt of speed, pushing hard to overtake their rivals. This sudden effort was all they needed to get them across the finish line, despite the lack of energy they had left. The crowd roared as the cyclist passed the other competitors.
• Tears welled in her eyes, and then she let out a spurt of emotion, sobbing uncontrollably from the news. The pent-up sadness spilled forth, releasing the bottled emotions she had been holding back for so long. After the outburst, she found she felt slightly better.