as in flood
a great flow of water or of something that overwhelms
the family's shed was washed away in the last inundation
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Recent Examples of inundation
Joaquin Trinanes, a NOAA researcher who helped develop the inundation tool, said scientists are continually refining the models.
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Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Major flooding indicates that there will be water inundation to structures and roads.
—Christiana Freitag, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Up to one half foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible near shorelines and tidal waterways.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Flooding had potential to reach up to 1 foot of inundation.
—Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026
Undeveloped land supports essential ecosystem services, cleansing and protecting our drinking water, safeguarding our communities and residents from flooding and inundation due to sea-level rise, supporting wildlife habitat and providing myriad recreational opportunities.
—Tom Hoctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
That means the full impact of future sea level rise is underestimated because more land is facing inundation than previous studies have shown.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 9 Mar. 2026
In some regions, that means the actual sea level could be several meters higher, meaning millions more people are at risk of inundation than previously thought.
—Marcos Magaña, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The inundation coastal regions will experience due to rising sea levels may actually be worse than previously thought when factoring in how rapidly the land is sinking, according to the study.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Major flooding indicates that there will be water inundation to structures and roads.
—Christiana Freitag, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Up to one half foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is possible near shorelines and tidal waterways.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
Flooding had potential to reach up to 1 foot of inundation.
—Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026
Undeveloped land supports essential ecosystem services, cleansing and protecting our drinking water, safeguarding our communities and residents from flooding and inundation due to sea-level rise, supporting wildlife habitat and providing myriad recreational opportunities.
—Tom Hoctor, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
That means the full impact of future sea level rise is underestimated because more land is facing inundation than previous studies have shown.
—Lauren Sommer, NPR, 9 Mar. 2026
In some regions, that means the actual sea level could be several meters higher, meaning millions more people are at risk of inundation than previously thought.
—Marcos Magaña, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The inundation coastal regions will experience due to rising sea levels may actually be worse than previously thought when factoring in how rapidly the land is sinking, according to the study.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inundation
Noun
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In addition to deterring unwanted visitors or critters, these flood lights have also become popular among pet owners for another purpose.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 May 2026
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The easing of export regulations came just as Argentina’s beef production dropped by more than 10 percent due to floods and droughts, according to CICCRA, the nonprofit organization that represents Argentina’s beef producers.—
Clara Preve,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
Noun
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When a team drafted some linebacker from Appalachian State in the fifth round, Kiper could offer a torrent of assessment.—
Dan Greene,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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The president eventually took down the post after facing a torrent of criticism from people across the political sphere.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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“Inundation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inundation. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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