torrent

noun

ˈtȯr-ənt How to pronounce torrent (audio)
Definition of torrentnext
as in flood
a great flow of water or of something that overwhelms the dam broke, unleashing a torrent down the dry riverbed

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Recent Examples of torrent Such terrain is already conducive to flash flooding, sudden torrents that can sweep down canyons and other low-lying areas with little warning. — Megan Janetsky, Chicago Tribune, 28 Sep. 2026 Since the Supreme Court’s Citizens United decision unleashed unlimited torrents of money into political campaigns, elections are now largely financed by big money donors and super PACs. — Dr. Michael Good, Hartford Courant, 28 Sep. 2026 This malicious torrent leads to the download of the malware loader. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026 The three deaths on the Navajo Nation follow flooding just weeks ago at the Grand Canyon, where three hikers were swept away and dozens more were rescued after heavy rain brought torrents of water through Bright Angel Creek. — ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for torrent
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  • The cemetery where her family members are buried is one of eight in the flood zone that will have to be exhumed.
    — Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Paraguay has seen the most evacuations from the recent floods.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of flood

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“Torrent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/torrent. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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