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as in flow
a flowing or going out
the dam burst with a stupendous gush of water
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
with his customary gush of tears, he once again begged his long-suffering wife to stay
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as in to pour
to flow out in great quantities or with force
the dam cracked and water gushed from the break
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Recent Examples of gush
Compiled By Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 14 Mar. 2025
The gush of news has been impossible to keep arms around, and Democrats’ messaging machine has been lurching and lunging without a clear direction.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025
Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Tom, Gail, and Kristen have gushed so much during their promotional appearances about the season’s high quality, and this meal’s no exception.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 13 June 2025
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Noun
The agency said gushes of water flooded downstream villages, catching the children who were fishing or doing laundry on a nearby river by surprise and also destroying agricultural equipment and killing livestock.
—Compiled By Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 14 Mar. 2025
The gush of news has been impossible to keep arms around, and Democrats’ messaging machine has been lurching and lunging without a clear direction.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
Outside of Nabers, Giants receivers have been gushing over what Wilson has brought to the table in the spring practice sessions.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Tom, Gail, and Kristen have gushed so much during their promotional appearances about the season’s high quality, and this meal’s no exception.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gush
Noun
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Some blood vessels were taken from Leah's leg to help get blood flow back to her hand, the doctors said.—
Alexandra Faul,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
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Trying to shove your lower leg into something like skinny jeans or a condom could end up cutting off blood flow, which clearly would not be good for your calf.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Pride Month tends to arrive in a confetti burst of color.—
Sophia Bush,
Time,
20 June 2025
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In a burst of architectural brilliance, a pair of striking glass hallways connect the two wings of the main house, one spotlighting views of a cascading creek and the other lush landscaping.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Touching tributes have poured in on Kuscsik's obituary page since her death.—
Natasha Dye,
People.com,
17 June 2025
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But as donations continued to pour in from well-wishers, the target was raised to $370,000, and more than $358,000 has been donated so far.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
Verb
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Leaning over him, Mary drools into Stack’s mouth, her appetite soon his own.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
25 June 2025
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The American Veterinary Medical Association recommends learning the signs of overheating in dogs such as excessive panting, restlessness, excessive drooling, unsteadiness, or abnormal gum and tongue color.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
24 June 2025
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The exodus came shortly after former Trump posted on Truth Social for people to evacuate Tehran amid Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear and military facilities.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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Additionally, the widespread exodus of liberals, journalists, and news organizations to Threads, Mastodon, or Bluesky following Musk’s takeover hasn’t affected X’s reach in the 12 countries surveyed by the study.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
17 June 2025
Noun
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No one was injured in the explosion, which rained debris on the beaches of the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 June 2025
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Like Squid Game, Dead Set juxtaposes familiar cultural symbols and settings with grim, inevitable explosions of blood, straddling the line between twisted, compelling drama and a sobering reminder of violence lurking in our present society.—
Rory Doherty,
Time,
27 June 2025
Verb
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Flores looks at Metellus who can do everything the defense asks for, including rushing the passer, dislodging the ball carrier from the ball, making big hits in the running game and covering receivers.—
Steve Silverman,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Before the doctor could see her, she was rushed to the emergency room.—
Danielle Battaglia,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2025
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Diners rave over the sour cabbage fish hot pot—hearty, tangy, and loaded with fish, tofu, and vegetables.—
Taryn White,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The Elite 11 coaches raved about his performance in Thursday’s 7-on-7 competition.—
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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“Gush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gush. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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