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flooding

Pronunciation: [ˈflʌdɪŋ]

Word

Context: “nature”

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

Example

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

Example

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

Example

How did the flooding affect the town after the storm?

Context: “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.

Example

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

Example

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

Example

Will the river flood the fields after the upcoming rain?

Context: “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.

Example

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

Example

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

Example

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

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