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flooding

Prononciation : [ˈflʌdɪŋ]

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Contexte : « nature »

(noun) when a lot of water covers land that is usually dry. This can happen after heavy rain or when rivers overflow.

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The flooding in the area caused many people to evacuate their homes safely.

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There was no flooding during the summer, and the rivers stayed calm.

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How did the flooding affect the town after the storm?

Contexte : « nature »

(verb) to cause water to cover a place where it shouldn't be. Like when it rains too much and the water spills over its banks.

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The heavy rain flooded the streets, making it impossible to drive.

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The small amount of rain did not flood the gardens this time.

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Will the river flood the fields after the upcoming rain?

Contexte : « emotion »

(verb) to feel overwhelmed by strong emotions or thoughts. It's like when you have so many feelings that it’s hard to think about anything else.

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She felt flooded with joy when she saw her friends again.

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He wasn't flooded with sadness; he felt quite calm instead.

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Have you ever been flooded with emotions during a special moment?

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