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as in barrage
a rapid or overwhelming outpouring of many things at once
a shower of insults and curses rained down on the criminal as he was led through the crowd
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Recent Examples of shower
Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 7 July 2025
The July Fourth weekend will wrap up with sunny, warm weather across the Baltimore region Sunday afternoon, followed by clear skies and the potential for showers later in the evening.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2025
Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
The prosecution discussed text messages and alleged evidence that Conti showered her with gifts and affection, while isolating her from friends and family.
—Luli Ortiz, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2025
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Noun
The chance of rain will be at 20%. Thursday: Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 7 July 2025
The July Fourth weekend will wrap up with sunny, warm weather across the Baltimore region Sunday afternoon, followed by clear skies and the potential for showers later in the evening.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2025
Verb
Waffles has been showered with endless toys and a very deserved pup cup since being picked up.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
The prosecution discussed text messages and alleged evidence that Conti showered her with gifts and affection, while isolating her from friends and family.
—Luli Ortiz, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shower
Noun
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The city experienced over two inches of rain last night — its second-wettest single hour in recorded history.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Beginning on Sunday, July 6th, Tropical Storm Chantal dumped ten inches of rain across sections of central North Carolina.—
Jessica Pishko,
New Yorker,
15 July 2025
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Despite the return of the daily barrage of trade headlines, the S & P 500 and the Nasdaq each closed at a record high Thursday.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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Record barrages Russia has recently sought to overwhelm Ukraine's air defenses with major attacks that include increasing numbers of decoy drones.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
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In a year where the Legislature lavished corporations with more than a billion dollars in tax cuts, and the Legislature funneled so much into reserves, this budget is a shameful blow at those who suffer in the shadows.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 July 2025
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Trump has threatened the sovereignty of allies and publicly berated their leaders, all while lavishing praise on the dictators and thugs who threaten them.—
KORI SCHAKE,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are anticipated.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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The area is forecast to see 45 to 50 mph wind gusts with half-inch-sized hail and torrential rainfall.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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Conflicting accounts from workers and federal officials have raised a flurry of questions as DHS officials say their agents were shot at.—
Michelle Krupa,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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The singer announced the surprise album less than 12 hours before its release, with billboards and a flurry of Instagram posts signaling its arrival.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Once footage of the performance hit the Internet and rave reviews appeared in the U.K. press, offers for festival and headlining gigs soon poured in, leaving the band stunned.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
12 July 2025
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Slowly pour over cake mix to cover dry ingredients.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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The introduction of a brand-new drill turns DeVries from omniscient observer to hands-on choreographer, with a heaping spoon of grace.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Spoon a heaping cup of the meat sauce into the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
3 July 2025
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“Shower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shower. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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