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Downpour Crossword Clue
There are 8 exact and 85 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
DELUGE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DELUGE
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DELUGE" which means:
- noun
- • An overwhelming number or amount
- • A heavy rain
- • The rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land verb
- • Fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid
- • Charge someone with too many tasks
- • Fill or cover completely, usually with water
An example sentence would be:
- • "The city experienced a deluge of rain last night."
- • "The deluge of emails overwhelmed my inbox."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times30 May 2016 | Down 33 | |
| New York Times07 Oct 1987 | Down 57 | |
| New York Times05 Aug 1984 | Across 54 | |
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