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Irruptive

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Characterized by a sudden and rapid increase in numbers or intensity.

Sense 1: Popular usage

Definition: Describing a phenomenon or event that occurs abruptly and abundantly.

Example sentence:

The irruptive thunderstorm caught the town off guard with its sudden and heavy downpour.

Sense 2: Local usage

Definition: Pertaining to the unexpected influx of a particular species or group in a specific area.

Example sentence:

The irruptive migration of the snowy owls in our region has attracted birdwatchers from all around.

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