bust out
To escape from somewhere, or to suddenly take something out and use it.
Meanings
To escape from a place of confinement, especially prison.
"Two inmates busted out of the county jail by cutting through a ventilation duct."
To suddenly produce or use something, often to impress others.
"After dinner, he busted out an acoustic guitar and started playing old folk songs."
To suddenly begin a strong emotional or physical reaction (laughing, crying, etc.).
"She busted out laughing when she saw the dog wearing a tiny hat."
Very versatile informal American English term. 'Bust out of prison' (escape), 'bust out the guitar' (produce suddenly), and 'bust out laughing' (begin suddenly) are all common patterns. The 'produce suddenly' sense often implies showing off.
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