flooding

Example Sentences

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While no deaths have been reported as a result of the flooding, more than 200 people have been saved from the rising waters, and at least 10 people have been hospitalized with hypothermia.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

After the brothers drove the price up, new supplies came flooding into the market, catching the Hunts by surprise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Mugoboka, who works with Rwandan farmers to help them become more sustainable in the face of climate change, said she was "surprised" to hear that flooding has been an issue for farms in Northern Ireland.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The March rains have repeatedly turned Nairobi streets to raging rivers, flooding thousands of homes and businesses.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

Even as he hit the floor, one of the cars started up behind him, flooding the back of the truck with its headlights.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz