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1 | 99% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 34% | 9 | Sudden and intense flood | |
3 | 32% | 5 | A sudden rush or surge of something | |
Sudden Flood Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "SPATE" which means:
- noun
- • (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent
- • A sudden forceful flow
- • The occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow
An example sentence would be:
- • "There has been a spate of car accidents on this road recently."
- • "The city experienced a spate of robberies last month."
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New York Times26 Apr 1995 | Across 32 | |
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