torrential
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Even so, the hurricane brought torrential rainfall and flooding to coastal communities, including the port city of Manzanillo.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
Even if it doesn’t result in torrential rain, El Niño can wreak havoc on the coastline.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026
Three vehicles belonging to people working on the mountain were partially buried Wednesday, as powerful gusts and torrential rain battered the popular hiking destination, a local official told AFP.
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
Thunder and lightning accompanied a torrential downpour, followed by the obligatory pictures of rain pouring into the stadium through a leak in the roof.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
He was pale as smoke, and Harry could see right through him to the dark sky and torrential rain outside.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
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