巻き起こる
Reading: まきおこる
Meaning: to arise, to break out, to occur suddenly
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Example Sentence
A new boom arose.
Usage Notes
Describes something happening suddenly and intensely, often involving many people or spreading widely. Like a whirlwind that draws everything in and creates a big commotion.
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