as in torrent
a great flow of water or of something that overwhelms
a flood nearly wiped out the town a flood of messages on my computer
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as in to engulf
to cover with a flood
the lowlands were completely flooded angry calls flooded the radio station
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Recent Examples of flood
Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
The remaining quarter goes to cities and special districts, supporting public libraries, flood control and healthcare systems.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Recent heavy rain has also shown weak spots in Atlanta's road infrastructure as major sections of the Atlanta Connector flooded during rush hour traffic, and even forced the Waymo driverless car service to suspend operations as road conditions became too unsafe.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 29 May 2026
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Noun
At this swanky two-bedroom in the heart of it all, light floods in from big windows surrounding the open living area, and the views get even better from the open terrace that overlooks the surrounding treetops.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
The remaining quarter goes to cities and special districts, supporting public libraries, flood control and healthcare systems.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Verb
Doctors Without Borders warns this is among the fastest-growing Ebola outbreaks on record, urging massive increases in testing and staff as patients flood Bunia hospitals around the clock.
—Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Recent heavy rain has also shown weak spots in Atlanta's road infrastructure as major sections of the Atlanta Connector flooded during rush hour traffic, and even forced the Waymo driverless car service to suspend operations as road conditions became too unsafe.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flood
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My one-bedroom suite had a bathtub in the bedroom with water that flowed from the ceiling in a torrent—an unusual and noisy way to fill a bath tub, but certainly memorable.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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There’s plenty of chatter behind the scenes about more stories to come after the torrent of revelations since Platner announced his campaign.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
1 June 2026
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This has raised the risk of fires incurring heavy financial costs, and that of flare-ups engulfing people’s livelihoods.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
1 June 2026
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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
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This high-corn composition lays the foundation for a sweet, approachable profile, while the modest rye content adds a measured spice that never overwhelms.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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After serving as a commissioner for tennis during the 1984 Olympic Games in the city, Burke said he was overwhelmed by the sense of community and excitement that the international sporting event fostered.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Their hoots and hollers drowned Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s explanation of how a title defense fell short.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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The Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office said the man drowned at the swimming area at Little Emily Lake Park.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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The vast wind field around the slow-moving storm generated a massive storm surge that witnesses said submerged Miami Beach, Dorst said.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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Avoid basements or rooms where water has submerged electrical outlets or cords.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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In 2022, Hurricane Ian deluged the retirement community, leaving 523 residential units uninhabitable.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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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.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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“Flood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flood. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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