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verb

past tense of inundate

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of inundated
Verb
The recent floods in central Vietnam killed at least 13 people, inundated over 116,000 houses and 5,000 hectares of crops, according to the government’s disaster agency, reported by Reuters. Helen Regan, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025 Authorities have warned that low-lying areas could be inundated. Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025 For months, we’ve been inundated with news about artificial intelligence. David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2025 Low-lying property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 Nov. 2025 Over the past few seasons, whenever the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles have been on national television, Foligno has been inundated with text messages from friends and family who have noticed Foligno’s stunning resemblance to Eagles coach Nick Sirianni. Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025 The floods have also left 11 people missing, inundated more than 116,000 houses and 5,000 hectares of crops, and damaged roads and railways, cutting off traffic and power in several areas, the government’s disaster agency said in a report. Reuters, NBC news, 31 Oct. 2025 During any campaign season, voters and nonvoters alike are inundated with ads and text messages and emails begging for money for a political cause or candidate. Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 28 Oct. 2025 The storm has also inundated parts of the Dominican Republic, damaging over 100 homes and knocking out water service in several parts of the country, officials said. Christopher Cann, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inundated
Adjective
  • When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 Jan. 2026
  • The driver was safely rescued, but their vehicle will stay in the flooded roadway, between the road closures, until the water subsides.
    Jose Fabian, CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Cuomo sought to replace New York Mayor Eric Adams, who never stepped down despite being indicted – with charges later dropped – in a corruption case that engulfed much of his administration.
    Brandon Rottinghaus, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Almost exactly a year ago, another rock-era institution — the 111-year-old Morrison Hotel, featured on the cover of the Doors’ fifth studio album — was engulfed in flames after a series of smaller fires.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • This eating plan focuses on foods with a variety of nutrients such as green leafy vegetables, fish and whole grains that are beneficial for cognitive function and don’t include ones with high amounts of trans and saturated fats.
    Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 7 Nov. 2025
  • With traditional entertainment, games, TikTok, GenAI, and more competing for fans’ attention, audiences seem more saturated than ever before.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Those bold trunks of synapses, instead of the sleek connections most people have, mean that Kaylie can be overwhelmed by the flood of input coming her way.
    Becky Quick, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Indiana overwhelmed Alabama 38-3 in the Rose Bowl as Mendoza passed for 192 yards and three touchdowns.
    Charles Odum, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Best Time to Visit The sweet spot for visiting Buellton is late spring or early fall, when days are warm and drenched in sunlight, and evenings cool just enough to curl up with a glass of local wine under the stars.
    Maggie Downs, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Standing in a drenched shirt with goggles on his head amid Toronto’s division-clinching celebration, Guerrero didn’t promise any upcoming feature films.
    Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Guests can also experience a virtual reality tour of the Titanic that takes them deep into the sea to look at the submerged vessel for a $10 add-on.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 8 Nov. 2025
  • Fishermen in the Florida Keys found a submerged jar containing bones and other items early Friday morning, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
    David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • This may take 30-60 minutes for soaked beans, or 1-2 hours for unsoaked beans.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025
  • The three-layer Gore-tex fabric shell kept us dry in incredibly soggy conditions that would send most skiers home soaked and cold.
    Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • Eddie Bauer Queen-Size Troutdale Green Quilt Set Eddie Bauer’s light gray plaid quilt set comes pre-washed for extra softness.
    Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
  • Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.
    Danielle Zickl, Health, 26 Sep. 2025

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