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deluged

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verb

past tense of deluge

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Recent Examples of deluged
Verb
In 2022, Hurricane Ian deluged the retirement community, leaving 523 residential units uninhabitable. Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026 The market can be deluged by such entities, which run their companies into the ground through dilution and reverse splits. David Capablanca, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 Johnson said the discussion ranged from serious matters like the federal immigration raids that have deluged the city in recent months to their differences on Chicago baseball. Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026 That month, a series of intense storms deluged Washington and Oregon, causing flooding that forced thousands of people to evacuate. John Ryan, NPR, 3 May 2026 The decedent lived in a dilapidated house, but in a respectable neighborhood, and I was therefore deluged with credit card offers addressed to the late debtor, a long-time devoted heroin addict. George Liebmann, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2026 Hadi’s phone was deluged with requests from people who had fled Tehran or from friends based abroad, asking him to help out their relatives. Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2026 Soon, Mack was deluged with texts and calls from coaches eager to recruit him. Janet Lorin, Bloomberg, 19 Mar. 2026 But in rural areas — where the Basij and police have less of a presence — thousands deluged the streets, chanting and dancing in jubilation. Ramin Mostaghim, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deluged
Adjective
  • When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
    STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
  • When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Verb
  • Georgie was engulfed in smoke and flames.
    Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 1 June 2026
  • Video released by the military on social media shows a small vessel floating in the ocean before it’s hit and engulfed in a fireball.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Verb
  • Meanwhile, nearly 90% of companies are using AI to screen candidates, overwhelmed by a staggering volume of résumés.
    Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 1 June 2026
  • Donations fill every room Staff and volunteers say they are overwhelmed by the outpouring of clothing, shoes, baby items, bedding, and other essentials.
    Dawn White, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Adjective
  • While Alphabet’s deal was absorbed smoothly by the market, Cramer worries the market could eventually become saturated if too many companies attempt to tap shareholders at the same time.
    Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 3 June 2026
  • Velvet and saturated darks add a serious tone to Western denim.
    Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
Adjective
  • And then there’s Hawaii — one of the world’s most sun-drenched and extraordinary places on earth.
    Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026
  • Hyaluronic acid isn’t exactly new, but Torriden’s Dive In Soothing Cream takes it to the next level with five types that leave skin feeling practically drenched.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • People who have trouble swallowing or who have scarring, inflammation, or narrowing of the esophagus (stricture) should not eat dry chia seeds and should talk with a healthcare provider before eating even soaked chia seeds.
    Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 16 May 2026
  • Each pre-soaked pad is infused with Korean skin care actives that support elasticity, hydration, and an even-looking complexion, alongside a moisturizing cream powered by NAD+ and multilayer hyaluronic acid for firmer, more radiant-looking skin.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Carpenter also warns that outdoor pooling after rainfall, unattended pet bowls, and dripping garden taps can also encourage cockroaches and rodents.
    Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2026
  • History will remember his leadership on 9/11 long after the wild-eyed, hair-dye-dripping accusations are forgotten.
    John Avlon, The Atlantic, 25 May 2026
Adjective
  • Look for ready-to-use packs of mixed mushrooms and pre-washed baby spinach to make cooking this frittata easy to prepare.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
  • This duvet cover gives bedding setups a relaxed yet elevated look with its pre-washed, drapey design.
    Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026

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“Deluged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deluged. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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