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as in landslide
a large mass especially of snow, ice, dirt, or rocks descending from a high place
Much of the mountainside was covered by the avalanche.
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as in influx
a sudden large amount of something that overwhelms
After the disaster, the town received an avalanche of letters and donations from supporters and well-wishers.
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as in to fall
to fall down in a large mass
The snow avalanched down the mountainside.
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Recent Examples of avalanche
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
And based on the docket, the federal judge who handled her case grew exasperated with the avalanche of filings.
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
John Schandelmeier,
Anchorage Daily News,
10 Apr. 2022
That a bunch of boys will insincerely avalanche into girls sports in order to gain some competitive advantage, to slake some hearty thirst for winning?
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Gordon Monson,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
17 Feb. 2022
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Noun
Now, Kim said, family has learned that friends are working on a scholarship fund through Alpine Ascents International to help more women afford avalanche education, according to KTUU-TV.
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Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
And based on the docket, the federal judge who handled her case grew exasperated with the avalanche of filings.
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
Verb
The hillsides along Summit Lake will avalanche.
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John Schandelmeier,
Anchorage Daily News,
10 Apr. 2022
That a bunch of boys will insincerely avalanche into girls sports in order to gain some competitive advantage, to slake some hearty thirst for winning?
—
Gordon Monson,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
17 Feb. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for avalanche
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While park conditions can often be dangerous, from high heat to landslides, the key to a safe national park visit is being well-informed and prepared.
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Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.
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An indigent defense commission in Michigan, which was formed by the legislature in 2013, has led to significant reforms and a substantial influx in state funding.
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In doctors’ offices, this digital influx of health information requires a new style of patient interaction, say South Florida physicians.
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Scheffler, who fell nine shots behind with a pair of bogeys at the start, shot 32 on the back nine by chipping in from 65 feet on the 14th for the start of three straight birdies.
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Overall homicides in the United States have fallen for four consecutive years, according to FBI data analyzed by the Washington Post.
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When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.
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The alleged gunman had been spotted all over the continent in the last few months of his life, according to a flood of reports fielded by the Warren Commission.
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In 2002, a city councilor promoting the Pittsburgh Triathlon had to swap the swim leg for a bike leg after an overflow.
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According to Cyril Xaba, the mayor of Durban, the new facility is being set up in response to a sharp rise in arrivals at the Sherwood site, and would serve as an overflow site to reduce overcrowding.
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
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While the artificial intelligence chipmaker is up about 12% in 2026, shares have been skidding in the past month, losing roughly 3%.
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The team went on a 1-6-1 slide before the World Cup break and sits in 12th place in the 16-team league.
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Coach’s sneakers, slides, and sandals are all crafted with the same quality and attention to detail as its purses, and the Brynn Sandal is no exception.
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Avila Chevalier survived a deluge of attacks for previous social media posts that called for abolishing the police and prisons.
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Trade ministers in the United Kingdom are weighing the possibility of accelerating de minimis reform efforts as domestic retailers decry the deluge of low-value Asian imports flooding the British market.
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“Avalanche.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avalanche. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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