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surge

Pronunciation: [sɜrdʒ]

Word

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

Context: “increase”

(noun) a sudden and large increase in something. It can be like when waves get really big and crash onto the shore. In life, it can mean a lot of something happening all at once.

Example

There was a surge in the number of people visiting the museum last weekend.

Example

Unlike last year, there was no surge in sales during the holidays this time.

Example

Did you notice a surge in interest for the new video game?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to suddenly and quickly increase or move forward. Imagine a wave rushing up the beach; it moves quickly and strongly. It can also mean something happening suddenly, like feelings or emotions.

Example

The crowd surged forward when the concert started.

Example

The students did not surge to the front of the class when the teacher asked for volunteers.

Example

Did you see the crowd surge when the gates opened?

How to pronounce surge

Pronunciation: [sɜrdʒ]

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