flood
Pronunciación: [flʌd]
Palabra
Contexto: «nature»
(noun) a large amount of water that suddenly covers land that is usually dry. Imagine a heavy rain that makes rivers overflow and water spreads everywhere.
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After the storm, the flood left many homes underwater but people helped each other.
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The flood did not happen last year, and the area remained dry.
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What happens when there is a flood in the city?
Contexto: «nature»
(verb) to cause a large amount of water to cover something, usually land. This happens when rain or rivers overflow, making everything wet.
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Heavy rains can flood the streets and make it hard to drive.
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The city has built barriers to prevent the river from flooding the area.
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How can we stop the river from flooding our neighborhood?
Contexto: «emotions»
(verb) to fill someone with a strong feeling or emotion suddenly. Like when you feel very happy all at once.
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When she saw her best friend after a long time, joy flooded her heart.
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He didn't let sadness flood his mind after hearing the news.
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Can happiness flood your feelings after a surprise?
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