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as in stream
an overwhelming flow or rush of something
Jet streams can be thought of as giant rivers of air that circulate around the globe. He was overwhelmed by the river of new information that the document dump provided.
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Recent Examples of river
For the latter, looking over an open stretch of water — such as a river, dock or bay — can work well.
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Jamie Carter, Space.com, 28 May 2026
Along the river, the railroad and a major roadway sits a town of just over 100 people.
—John Lauritsen, CBS News, 28 May 2026
La Fiorita 2021 Brunello is cherry red in the glass and has aromas of raspberry, violet, and river rock.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
Peregrine is the latest signal of interest to the south and east of Boise proper, away from the river and into the dry, hard rock of the desert on the road to Mountain Home.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2026
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Jamie Carter, Space.com, 28 May 2026
Along the river, the railroad and a major roadway sits a town of just over 100 people.
—John Lauritsen, CBS News, 28 May 2026
La Fiorita 2021 Brunello is cherry red in the glass and has aromas of raspberry, violet, and river rock.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 28 May 2026
Peregrine is the latest signal of interest to the south and east of Boise proper, away from the river and into the dry, hard rock of the desert on the road to Mountain Home.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for river
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Most other luxury properties consist of a series of interconnected canal houses that require navigating stairs everywhere, including in the hallways, to get around.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The Tarrant Regional Water District is also working on a canal system that will serve as a public amenity and a flood control mechanism.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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This systematic approach transforms referrals into a consistent stream of warm leads, reducing reliance on cold outreach and making business growth feel effortless.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Although gallium is present in the waste stream, its concentration is very low, at around 100 parts per million.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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Baghaei said the future of the choked Strait of Hormuz will depend on the countries of Oman and Iran, as both nations have a plan to manage passage through the waterway.—
Alayna Treene,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Roughly a fifth of the world’s oil and natural gas is shipped through the waterway.—
Damian J. Troise,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 June 2026
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The result is a relentless flood of advice that derives its authority not from expertise but from personal testimony, endlessly reinforcing the idea that your feelings are your most important parenting instrument.—
Nina Bandelj,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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His uniform and scalp were lined with glistening rivulets of oil, water, soot and sweat.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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In this piercing account of the American Dream in tatters, the magnitude of that dimension feels appropriate, echoing the currents of betrayal, fear and death that course through the film like rivulets of blood.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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Allied forces stormed the beach at Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, effectively turning the tide of World War II.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The importance of the weather D-day, secretly known as Operation Overlord, was timed based on several factors, including the weather, the tides and the moonlight.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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“River.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/river. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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