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avalanche

Pronunciation: [ˈæv.ə.læntʃ]

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Learn how to use avalanche in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “natural phenomena”

(noun) a large amount of snow, ice, and rocks that suddenly falls down a mountain. It's like when a big pile of snow gets too heavy and crashes down the slope.

Example

The snowboarders were excited to watch the stunning avalanche from a safe distance.

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Thankfully, there wasn't an avalanche last winter, so the mountains were safe for hikers.

Example

What should you do if you see signs of an avalanche while skiing?

Context: “metaphor”

(noun) a sudden and overwhelming amount of something, such as information or events. It's like when you receive too many emails at once and feel buried by them.

Example

After the announcement, there was an avalanche of responses from the community.

Example

The teacher's explanation wasn't an avalanche; it was very clear and easy to understand.

Example

Have you ever felt an avalanche of homework after a long break?

How to pronounce avalanche

Pronunciation: [ˈæv.ə.læntʃ]

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