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verb

past tense of inundate

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Recent Examples of inundated
Verb
The Rams made sure their home stadium won’t be inundated by commuters from the Bay Area by arranging to have their opener against the 49ers on the other side of the world. Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 14 May 2026 Furthermore, per the committee’s findings, the mandatory DEI training inundated the department’s criminal investigations wing with group meetings, assignments, and other onerous tasks that took time away from actual fraud investigations. Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 13 May 2026 Just be aware that by default, you could be inundated by the number of alerts the app sends. Tyler Hayes, PC Magazine, 13 May 2026 Despite the extensive damage, agency officials said the interior of the powerhouse was not completely inundated by water or mudslides. Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 12 May 2026 The stand-up and movie star was inundated with jokes of all kinds — though mostly about his stature — at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles on Sunday, with the special now available on Netflix. Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 11 May 2026 The fighting broke out on Sunday morning and medical teams at the French charity’s hospital in Cité Soleil quickly became inundated with an influx of patients with gunshot wounds. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026 Sources in Collingdale Borough government said the cemetery has been inundated for years. Joe Holden, CBS News, 5 May 2026 In the minutes, hours and days following Saturday’s interrupted White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, Americans were inundated by falsehoods and conspiracy theories from nearly every flank. Jane Lytvynenko, NBC news, 3 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inundated
Adjective
  • The recall was prompted after an unoccupied vehicle entered a flooded road in San Antonio, Texas.
    Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 13 May 2026
  • When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2026
Verb
  • Nine years after being engulfed in scandal, Eric’s rebranded nonprofit hosts an ever-expanding lineup of fundraisers, spending more than $500,000 a year.
    Dan Alexander, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
  • Aerial footage of the Sandy Fire showed a structure engulfed in flames.
    Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Adjective
  • Dark Prints and Colors Porches have long defaulted to light palettes and natural finishes, but Eric Ross of Eric Ross Interiors is fielding more requests for saturated colors and bold prints—the kind of palette that usually stays indoors.
    Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 6 May 2026
  • Excessive screen time in the evening has been linked with lower sleep quality, while diets heavy in sugars and saturated fats can also make falling asleep more difficult and the experience less restorative.
    Tristan Bove, Fortune, 4 May 2026
Verb
  • One video from the scene showed a police officer overwhelmed by the crowd, and using pepper spray to control the mob.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
  • That experience lead her to create Reale Actives, in hopes of making the treatment both aesthetically nicer than a lot of what's on the market, as well as simpler for those overwhelmed by all the treatment options.
    Beth Shapouri, PEOPLE, 17 May 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
  • Police also determined that the submerged van, which had the logo for Silver Taxi Cab Service of Waldorf, had gone missing in December 2014.
    JT Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 8 May 2026
  • Los Angeles firefighters pulled Andrade’s teenage son from the lake first, but struggled to locate the father, who remained submerged.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 28 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
  • 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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“Inundated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inundated. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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