silting

Definition of siltingnext
present participle of silt

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for silting
Verb
  • The study also noted that many of these companies guaranteed some news outlets would cover the press releases, and were essentially flooding the space with garbage crypto information dressed up to look like reliable news.
    Max Tani, semafor.com, 16 Feb. 2026
  • However, two devastating challenges not readily realized are flooding and future water scarcity affecting our farms and ranches.
    Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Before a fast, focus on filling up with fiber, fat and protein to sustain your body with energy during low-intake periods.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Thank you to all the countries that are filling the PURL program.
    Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 12 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • There will be 1-2 feet of water inundating many of the typically vulnerable coastal roads, some of which are likely to be closed Sunday and Monday.
    Terry Eliasen, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Universal, worried about inundating the public for the sequel, decided to separate the two leading ladies for promotional commitments.
    Brent Lang, Variety, 22 Jan. 2026
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“Silting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silting. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.

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