rampage
word
Definition
A period of violent and uncontrolled behavior where someone or a group causes a lot of damage or trouble. It can be used as both a noun ('go on a rampage') and a verb ('rampaged through the city').
Usage & Nuances
Often describes violent outbursts, especially in news reports. Used for people, animals, or even storms ('a tornado went on a rampage'). Common collocations: 'go on a rampage', 'went on a rampage', 'rampaged through'. Much less common in daily speech; typically dramatic or formal contexts.
Example Sentences
The storm went on a rampage, leaving trees and houses destroyed.
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He went on a rampage at the party after hearing the bad news.
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The wild animals went on a rampage in the village.
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The protesters rampaged through the streets, breaking windows.
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After losing the game, the players went on a rampage in the locker room.
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"Looks like the kids went on a rampage in the living room," Mom said, seeing the mess.
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