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Spate
01
a sudden overflow of a river
Dialect
British
British
Examples
The village was threatened by a spate that swept through the valley.
Local authorities warned residents about the spate expected from the storm.
02
a rapid and forceful flow of something, such as water, events, or activities
Examples
The region experienced a spate of heavy rainfall, leading to swollen rivers and localized flooding in low-lying areas.
Following the announcement of the new product, there was a spate of orders flooding into the company's online store, overwhelming their fulfillment center.
03
an amount or number that is considered to be large
Examples
There was a spate of complaints about the new policy.
The newspaper reported a spate of accidents on the highway.
