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In some senses, erupt is marked as figuratively. Watch for register when choosing this word.
ADV
violently
The argument between the two friends erupted violently when they disagreed about money.
suddenly
The volcano suddenly erupted and sent ash clouds across the entire region.
VERB + ERUPT
threaten to
PREP
into
The argument between the two neighbors suddenly erupted into a heated dispute about the fence.