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boutade

Pronunciation: /buːˈtɑːd/
noun
formal
A sudden outburst or outbreak.

Origin
Early 17th century: French, from bouter to thrust.

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After trailing by 25 points in the third quarter, the Patriots launched a boutade of fourth quarter offense, garnering their fifth championship trophy.

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