Meaning & use
gush
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To flow out suddenly and forcefully, or to express feelings or praise in an excessive, unrestrained way.
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Blood began to gush from the deep cut on his forearm.
She gushed about her new job to anyone who would listen.
A note on using this word
As a noun, "a gush" refers to a sudden, forceful outpouring, whether of liquid or of emotion.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A sudden and forceful outpouring of liquid or feeling.
A gush of relief washed over her when the test results came back clear.
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