The phrase "might spew out" generally means to forcefully or rapidly eject or produce something, often in large quantities. It can refer literally to things like volcanic ash or vomit coming out, or metaphorically to any rapid output or release, such as poor-quality information or words being produced in a forceful or excessive manner.
Literal Meaning
- To "spew out" can mean to vomit or expel substances from the body with force.
- It can also describe natural phenomena, such as a volcano spewing out ash or lava.
- The action involves a forceful and often sudden ejection or gushing.
Metaphorical Usage
- The phrase is used metaphorically to describe a situation where something is produced or emitted rapidly and in abundance, often with negative connotations like nonsense, errors, or low-quality output.
- For example, a machine or person might "spew out" data or words quickly and carelessly.
This covers both the concrete and figurative uses of "might spew out," describing a forceful or rapid release or production from a source.