1
as in poured
to move in a stream
water was flowing over the dam at a tremendous rate
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2
as in drifted
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
as everyone relaxed, the conversation really started to flow
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Recent Examples of flowed
Once that issue was sorted out, my bladder finally relaxed — and the urine flowed just fine.
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Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
At its core was Vitinha, his elegant playmaking at the base of midfield the classy conduit through which their intricate moves flowed.
—Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
On their simulated planet, clouds released rain that froze into icebergs that melted and flowed down rivers, soaking soil and evaporating to rejoin the atmosphere.
—Zack Savitsky, Quanta Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
The finest champagne flowed freely.
—Erhan Kaya, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The back of the dress, which included a ribbon that flowed down to the ground, dipped low enough to reveal nearly all of the star's large back tattoo, which depicts roses along a vine, as well as a baby lamb.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
What was once dismissed as a chatbot kicked off an AI boom of epic proportions and—as billions have flowed into AI startups of all kinds—OpenAI has become the most valuable startup ever, less than a month ago hitting a $500 billion valuation.
—Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
The Art Bar, one of several on board, became our preferred gathering place, framed by striking sculptures, each carved from a different Italian stone, where meaningful conversations—about books, about travel—flowed naturally.
—Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
Gas flow also affects stellar initial masses In another study, published in July 2025, astrophysicist Ke-Jung Chen led a research group at the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics using a detailed computer simulation that modeled how gas in the early universe may have flowed.
—Luke Keller, Space.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
At its core was Vitinha, his elegant playmaking at the base of midfield the classy conduit through which their intricate moves flowed.
—Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
On their simulated planet, clouds released rain that froze into icebergs that melted and flowed down rivers, soaking soil and evaporating to rejoin the atmosphere.
—Zack Savitsky, Quanta Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
The finest champagne flowed freely.
—Erhan Kaya, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
The back of the dress, which included a ribbon that flowed down to the ground, dipped low enough to reveal nearly all of the star's large back tattoo, which depicts roses along a vine, as well as a baby lamb.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
What was once dismissed as a chatbot kicked off an AI boom of epic proportions and—as billions have flowed into AI startups of all kinds—OpenAI has become the most valuable startup ever, less than a month ago hitting a $500 billion valuation.
—Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
The Art Bar, one of several on board, became our preferred gathering place, framed by striking sculptures, each carved from a different Italian stone, where meaningful conversations—about books, about travel—flowed naturally.
—Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
Gas flow also affects stellar initial masses In another study, published in July 2025, astrophysicist Ke-Jung Chen led a research group at the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics using a detailed computer simulation that modeled how gas in the early universe may have flowed.
—Luke Keller, Space.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flowed
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Following the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10 during a speaking engagement at Utah Valley University, tributes have poured in from across the country—including from several Dancing With the Stars alumni.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Additional donations, including several of $100 or more, poured in after the hearing.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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Given time, a loyal fanbase might have slowly drifted toward new shows and obsessions.—
Thomas Page,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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Occasionally a curious polar bear meandered near camp, which was always changing as the ice floe buckled and drifted across the Arctic Ocean.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
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The first nine Bad Bunny tour dates were reserved for Puerto Rican residents with a surprise finale on September 20 to be live-streamed globally on Amazon and Twitch.—
Stephanie Hirschmiller,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The company made the announcement at its annual Made on YouTube event Thursday, held in person in New York and streamed elsewhere.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
16 Sep. 2025
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The bird glided through the air, skimming the water for prey.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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With a garland of white flowers in front of him, a lone rower kneeling in a wooden canoe glided toward the DuSable Bridge docks.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Aug. 2025
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Silvetti was shown his first MLS yellow card two minutes later and shortly thereafter launched his first shot, a powerful right-footer from outside the box that sailed wide right.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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Instead, the former Jacksonville tight end has sailed closer to Jared Leto — a performance that’s hard to watch.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
16 Sep. 2025
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But as progressive movements swept through social media, others were tossed off Twitter and Facebook for stepping over a variety of lines, from allegations of harassment to claims of election misinformation.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Without self-awareness, leaders get swept along by interpretations and reactions rather than staying grounded in the facts.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Nvidia shares slid about 2% before the bell.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
15 Sep. 2025
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Under the guise of trying to help Erik, a former girlfriend slid back into his life, and in the process, stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from him.—
ForbesTV,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The attempt was tipped and brought in by Locke, who slipped loose into the secondary before taking off for a 64-yard touchdown reception.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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Figure Technology Solutions — The blockchain lender slipped 1%.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Flowed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flowed. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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