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Deluge
01
Sintflut, Regenfall
a sudden and heavy rainfall
Example
Farmers welcomed the deluge after months of drought, as the heavy rain revitalized their parched fields.
The deluge caused flash flooding throughout the city, overwhelming the drainage systems and submerging streets.
After the deluge, the river swelled to dangerous levels, prompting evacuations in low-lying areas.
02
Sintflut, Überschwemmung
a severe flood of water
03
Überschwemmung, Flut
an overwhelming number or amount
to deluge
01
überfluten, überschwemmen
to flood or submerge an area with an overwhelming amount of water
Example
Heavy rains deluge the coastal town, causing widespread flooding.
The river is currently deluging the low-lying areas, prompting evacuations.
Tomorrow 's forecast predicts that a severe weather system will deluge the region with rainfall.
02
überfluten, überlasten
charge someone with too many tasks
03
überfluten, überschwemmen
fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid
Beispiel
Farmers welcomed the deluge after months of drought, as the heavy rain revitalized their parched fields.
The deluge caused flash flooding throughout the city, overwhelming the drainage systems and submerging streets.
After the deluge, the river swelled to dangerous levels, prompting evacuations in low-lying areas.
The outdoor event was abruptly canceled when a deluge drenched the area, sending attendees scrambling for cover.
The weather forecast warned of an approaching deluge, urging residents to prepare for potential flooding and power outages.
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