Be bursting to do something

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To be extremely eager or impatient to do something.

I've been bursting to tell you the good news all day.
Visual representation of "be bursting to do something" - To be extremely eager or impatient to do something

Often appears as...

  • bursting to tell
  • bursting to share

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Emotional Intensity

Suggests a strong feeling where you can hardly wait to act.

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He was bursting to run to the stage when his name was called.
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Informal Usage

Best used in casual conversation, not formal settings.

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At the party, Mia was bursting to show off her new dance moves.
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Strong Desire

Implies a personal, often irresistible desire or need to do something.

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After the exam, Jamie was bursting to go on vacation.
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