1
as in streaming
to cause to flow in a stream
she lifted the teakettle and poured some hot water from the spout
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2
as in flowing
to move in a stream
water gently pouring down the canal toward the dam
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3
as in rushing
to flow out in great quantities or with force
tears pouring down his cheeks
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4
as in raining
to fall as water in a continuous stream of drops from the clouds
it's pouring outside, so you'd better take an umbrella
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5
as in heaping
to give readily and in large quantities
repeatedly poured money into the revitalization of the downtown area
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Recent Examples of pouring
Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
The grounds crew got the tarp down just before the rain started pouring a few minutes later.
—Sarah Spencer, AJC.com, 14 June 2026
Master Cicerone Neil Witte aims to showcase various pouring styles with events that take place usually in his hometown of Kansas City, Missouri.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
While Units 3 and 4 at the Leningrad Nuclear Power Plant remain operational, work to replace them has already begun, with concrete pouring for Units 7 and 8 scheduled to start in March 2024 and March 2025, respectively.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
While pouring sand from one container to another, Chakraborty appears to be overcome with dust.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
In the clip, she’s shown in a lush garden pouring various bottles of wine while wearing a striking (and pricey) collection of jewelry.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Police said the suspect was wearing a blue shirt and jeans when he was seen on security footage pouring milk on the vehicle and then slashing the tires.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Han Cha and Yunomi began pouring in the South Shore neighborhood on June 5.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
Verb
Assemble the dessert by pouring the batter into a prepared pan and cover with the crumb topping.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
The grounds crew got the tarp down just before the rain started pouring a few minutes later.
—Sarah Spencer, AJC.com, 14 June 2026
Master Cicerone Neil Witte aims to showcase various pouring styles with events that take place usually in his hometown of Kansas City, Missouri.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
While Units 3 and 4 at the Leningrad Nuclear Power Plant remain operational, work to replace them has already begun, with concrete pouring for Units 7 and 8 scheduled to start in March 2024 and March 2025, respectively.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026
While pouring sand from one container to another, Chakraborty appears to be overcome with dust.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
In the clip, she’s shown in a lush garden pouring various bottles of wine while wearing a striking (and pricey) collection of jewelry.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 12 June 2026
Police said the suspect was wearing a blue shirt and jeans when he was seen on security footage pouring milk on the vehicle and then slashing the tires.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Han Cha and Yunomi began pouring in the South Shore neighborhood on June 5.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pouring
Adjective
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Cloudy and rainy conditions prevail throughout the morning, then in the afternoon the sun pokes through with calm winds.—
Kendrick Calfee
June 16,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Costa Rican authorities have issued a nationwide green alert, warning that an intensifying rainy season and a developing Pacific low-pressure system threaten to trigger even more catastrophic landslides.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
Verb
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The Obama Presidential Center grand opening ceremony will start streaming at 11 am CT Thursday, June 18.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Lucky begins streaming on Apple TV on July 15.—
Rebecca Aizin,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Billions of dollars are flowing into the game through the NBA’s new TV deal, with even more money likely on the horizon thanks to expansion fees.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Your creativity is flowing and needs a practical outlet during the Cancer moon.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
Verb
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That’s the kind of mentality Boise State’s edge rushing group for the 2026 season should expect.—
Shaun Goodwin
June 17,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2026
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Share a bold idea, and invite honest feedback without rushing the room.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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The tournament has been beset with fears over seat pricing and turnout, but the Azteca stadium was full and in carnival mode, with beer and paper sombreros raining from the stands.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
12 June 2026
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Up to a certain mass, that gas cools quickly enough to keep raining down and feeding new star formation.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
9 June 2026
Verb
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And like a beloved holiday plate, mine held heaping helpings of tradition and memories.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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Yet the extremist group has mobilized its members and media outlets to ramp up criticism of the agreement, heaping pressure on Iranian negotiators who have been attempting to extract concessions from a US administration intent on weakening – and possibly ending – the Islamic Republic.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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El Niño typically brings wetter conditions to the Gulf Coast and Southeast and can set up a stormier, snowier pattern for parts of California in winter.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Hydroplaning is when a vehicle starts uncontrollably sliding on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
Verb
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With Uso taking one step closer toward another main event singles match, WWE fans are flooding YouTube and social media with negative reactions to Uso’s latest major singles victory.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The Yankees invited him to throw out a first pitch; the Orlando Magic gave him courtside seats and fans got wind of the effort and started flooding his social media with messages and pleas.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Pouring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pouring. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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