uprush

/ˈʌpˌrʌʃ/
noun
  1. A sudden upward movement or surge, especially of water, air, or emotion.
    • An uprush of cold air hit them as they opened the cellar door.
    • She felt an uprush of joy when she saw the surprise party.
    • The uprush of water from the geyser soaked the tourists.
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