1
: covered or overfilled with an excess of water or some other liquid
a flooded field
a flooded carburetor/engine
2
: filled, covered, or completely overrun as if by a flood
You won't find new customers in a flooded market.
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 18 June 2026
While no major disruptions have been announced, officials are urging residents and visitors to monitor forecasts and be prepared for travel delays, road closures and dangerous conditions near flooded areas.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 16 June 2026
That's proper emergency-light status – like being stuck in a pitch-black flooded cave, waiting for rescue ...
—Joe Salas
june 11, New Atlas, 11 June 2026
When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 18 June 2026
While no major disruptions have been announced, officials are urging residents and visitors to monitor forecasts and be prepared for travel delays, road closures and dangerous conditions near flooded areas.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 16 June 2026
That's proper emergency-light status – like being stuck in a pitch-black flooded cave, waiting for rescue ...
—Joe Salas
june 11, New Atlas, 11 June 2026
When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
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“Flooded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flooded. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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