as in to flood
to cover with a flood
water from the overflowing bathtub inundated the bathroom floor
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Recent Examples of inundate
But the firm ended its involvement with the company after being inundated with claims the firm could not fulfill since American Log Homes claims to have few assets, an attorney for Grier, Wright and Martinez told the company’s former customers in a June 5 letter.
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Amber Gaudet
june 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
The decisions will determine the future of river management for years to come — and whether the reservoir’s levels rise and again inundate the canyons.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
Courtney Johnston, a member of the metropolitan council whose district includes the zoo, said she was being inundated by messages from concerned residents.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 6 June 2026
The dam failure, later blamed on poor design, flooded five counties and inundated more than 300 square miles, with water traveling 155 miles downstream, according to the Association of State Dam Safety Officials.
—Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
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Amber Gaudet
june 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
The decisions will determine the future of river management for years to come — and whether the reservoir’s levels rise and again inundate the canyons.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
Courtney Johnston, a member of the metropolitan council whose district includes the zoo, said she was being inundated by messages from concerned residents.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 6 June 2026
The dam failure, later blamed on poor design, flooded five counties and inundated more than 300 square miles, with water traveling 155 miles downstream, according to the Association of State Dam Safety Officials.
—Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inundate
Verb
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Craciun urged folks to flood the committee and Petrie-Norris’ office with calls and letters demanding action.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
21 June 2026
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People flooded the comment section with offers to help.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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The fire engulfed approximately 8,600 square feet of the cathedral’s roof before being extinguished by local firefighters.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
15 June 2026
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Emergency personnel learned from a caller that the plane was engulfed in flames and was in a field near the regional airport.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Consider the following ideas to maximize space and add flower power without overwhelming the dahlias.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
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In a world often overwhelmed by heartbreak and division, the story confirms that love has a way of continuing on.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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As Vermax struggles to stay above water and begins to drown, Jace frees himself from his mount and reaches the surface.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
22 June 2026
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French media reported that four children drowned Saturday.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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“Inundate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inundate. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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