cascade 1 of 2

as in waterfall
a fall of water usually from a great height the river forms a series of cascades as it drops a total of 200 feet in elevation

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Noun
The length of the falls is rounded, creating an amphitheater of cascades, inviting visitors into its magic. Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025 But for parents panicking on this cascade of new expenses, there are ways to mitigate the high costs. Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
But those 30 seconds of silence when communication went down ultimately cascaded into a weeklong meltdown at Newark, one of the nation’s largest airports. Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 6 May 2025 Though simple to the naked eye, Reese’s dress featured a peek-a-boo midriff cutout and corset that eventually cascaded into a lengthy train. Ruth Etiesit Samuel, Essence, 6 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for cascade
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Noun
  • At Sandstone Falls, the largest waterfall on the New River, about half an hour from the Gorge, wide sheets of water spill over ledges and boulders on tiny forested islands.
    West Virginia Tourism, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
  • The real showstopper, though, is the estate’s terraced waterfall, which comes with its own light show, courtesy of more than 100 LED lights, 17 falls, 10 jumping jets, eight fire braziers, a fog machine, and a holographic water screen.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads.
    Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 15 May 2025
  • Netflix is joining its streaming rivals in testing the amount and types of advertisements its subscribers are willing to endure for lower prices.
    Scharon Harding – May 14, ArsTechnica, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • Silicon Valley’s workforce, economy and future depend on it.
    Cynthia Teniente-Matson, Mercury News, 13 May 2025
  • Choosing which is better for you one depends on your goals, fitness level, and daily routine.
    Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 13 May 2025
Verb
  • Both locations were also issued a Level 2 advisory.
    Rachel Flynn, People.com, 13 May 2025
  • Prescription drug costs President Donald Trump on Monday issued an executive order taking aim at high prescription drug costs in the U.S.
    Lorie Konish, CNBC, 13 May 2025
Verb
  • In comparison to Bean's teardrop lineup, the 1,400-lb (635-kg) Bean Pod trades in the fiberglass shell for an aluminum body with overhanging rain gutters delivering leakproof performance.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Rory McIlroy commented on the missing trees on ten, apparently making the tee shot less intimidating — and that there is a little more room on the par-four third right side given the missing overhanging trees.
    Ashley J. DiMella Fox News, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Meanwhile, celebs like Idris and Sabrina Elba jetted overseas for the Monaco E-Prix, and Janelle Monáe lit up Miami for the F1 Grand Prix festivities.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 6 May 2025
  • But should a Congress member need to jet for a vote, the Penn Quarter location is only about 10 minutes away from the Hill, depending on traffic.
    William Goodman, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
Verb
  • Without employer pensions or consistent guidance, more of the retirement burden falls squarely on individuals.
    Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 May 2025
  • Last night, the Rockies were 0-for-7 after falling behind 1-2.
    Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2025
Verb
  • Investigators have not yet discovered the cause of the fire but, according to the Associated Press, images from the scene showed huge flames spurting from the windows and doors of the two- or three-story building.
    Morgan Winsor, ABC News, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Pere Ubu reunited in fits and spurts over the ensuing decades in the hands of Thomas, who remained the only original member throughout the band’s tenure, and released 14 albums, not including live records.
    Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 24 Apr. 2025

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“Cascade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cascade. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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