
Pent-up
Emotional Release
Used when strong emotions are finally expressed after being held back.
After the match, his pent-up excitement was unleashed.
Unspoken Tension
May imply an atmosphere where emotions are clearly present but not openly acknowledged.
You could feel the pent-up tension in the air during the meeting.
Unexpected Outburst
Often precedes a sudden and possibly surprising display of emotion.
His pent-up frustration led to a sudden outburst in the office.
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