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deluged with requests for help
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Recent Examples of deluged
Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2026
Soon, Mack was deluged with texts and calls from coaches eager to recruit him.
—Janet Lorin, Bloomberg, 19 Mar. 2026
But in rural areas — where the Basij and police have less of a presence — thousands deluged the streets, chanting and dancing in jubilation.
—Ramin Mostaghim, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Rebuilding local news carries even more-critical importance today, when Californians are deluged with misinformation, said Columbia’s Schiffrin.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2026
More rain expected for Southern California Heavy rains that deluged Southern California in December will continue in the first half of January, though forecasters say the precipitation isn’t likely to be as extreme.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Jan. 2026
Downs noted that the vinyl material of his suit and Stalter’s long gown was perfect for the heavy rain that has deluged Southern California for days.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 5 Jan. 2026
More rain expected for Southern California Heavy rains that deluged Southern California in December will continue in the first half of January, though forecasters say the precipitation isn’t likely to be as extreme.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
Open Instagram, type in #TablescapeDesign, and prepare to be deluged with examples presented by influencers like RachelRSimon, TheSpilledSugar, UneTableByTania and countless others.
—Kristen Kidd, Denver Post, 26 Nov. 2025
Verb
Hadi’s phone was deluged with requests from people who had fled Tehran or from friends based abroad, asking him to help out their relatives.
—Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2026
Soon, Mack was deluged with texts and calls from coaches eager to recruit him.
—Janet Lorin, Bloomberg, 19 Mar. 2026
But in rural areas — where the Basij and police have less of a presence — thousands deluged the streets, chanting and dancing in jubilation.
—Ramin Mostaghim, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Rebuilding local news carries even more-critical importance today, when Californians are deluged with misinformation, said Columbia’s Schiffrin.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2026
More rain expected for Southern California Heavy rains that deluged Southern California in December will continue in the first half of January, though forecasters say the precipitation isn’t likely to be as extreme.
—Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Jan. 2026
Downs noted that the vinyl material of his suit and Stalter’s long gown was perfect for the heavy rain that has deluged Southern California for days.
—Marc Malkin, Variety, 5 Jan. 2026
More rain expected for Southern California Heavy rains that deluged Southern California in December will continue in the first half of January, though forecasters say the precipitation isn’t likely to be as extreme.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
Open Instagram, type in #TablescapeDesign, and prepare to be deluged with examples presented by influencers like RachelRSimon, TheSpilledSugar, UneTableByTania and countless others.
—Kristen Kidd, Denver Post, 26 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deluged
Adjective
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2026
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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An Associated Press journalist saw a large fire that appeared to have engulfed a structure in the compound.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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When firefighters arrived, the entire building was engulfed in flames.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As Jordan sat, his mother by his side, overwhelmed by the magnitude of what had just happened, the roar of approval reverberating through the auditorium, my body, seemingly flooded with butterflies, appeared to dissolve into the screen.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
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Strauss leaned into the idea that viewers generally are overwhelmed by streaming platforms that offer dozens if not hundreds of titles but little curation.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The production design by Annie Beauchamp (Top of the Lake, On Becoming a God in Central Florida) is both recognizably grounded and subtly weird, and the camerawork of Lol Crawley (The Brutalist) is attuned to the liminal disconnect as well as the saturated palette.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Mar. 2026
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Bubble teas may also contain tea extract powder and non-dairy creamers, which could add saturated fat.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The evidence is irrefutable — a pile of drool atop a drenched spot on your pillow.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
10 Mar. 2026
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Becca stood in the front yard of their sober home, drenched and stunned.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Prepare homemade tiger nut milk (horchata) by blending soaked tiger nuts with water.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
23 Feb. 2026
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These pre-soaked pads pair pore-clearing salicylic acid with a gentle dose of texture-refining retinol, while cica and green tea ceramide from Korea’s mineral-rich Jeju Island soothe and calm skin.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles actress has been laying low since giving birth last summer, albeit making a surprise appearance in a nude optical illusion corset dress that appeared to be dripping with blood at a special Jennifer’s Body event in October.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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The snow had turned to rain and sleet, and everything was dripping.—
Elwyn "Bud" Myers,
Outdoor Life,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Better Homes & Gardens Paisley Medallion Cotton Quilt To keep you cool throughout the warmer seasons, the BHG x Walmart quilt is made from 100% cotton with a pre-washed and pre-shrunk cotton fill for maximum softness, comfort, and breathability.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
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Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
22 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Deluged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deluged. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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