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as in barrage
a rapid or overwhelming outpouring of many things at once
a shower of insults and curses rained down on the criminal as he was led through the crowd
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Recent Examples of shower
Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 30 July 2025
Original story: Rain showers and thunderstorms across Colorado on Wednesday could cause flash flooding, especially south of Denver, according to the National Weather Service.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 30 July 2025
Matt Fuchs, Time, 28 July 2025
All of that being said, McConnell showering Irving with this kind of praise is telling.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
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Noun
Some models also suggest that showers and thunderstorms could hit the area from tonight through Friday afternoon, with the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 30 July 2025
Original story: Rain showers and thunderstorms across Colorado on Wednesday could cause flash flooding, especially south of Denver, according to the National Weather Service.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 30 July 2025
Verb
To speed up the drying process, keep your curtain partly extended after showering and turn on a fan, May suggests.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 28 July 2025
All of that being said, McConnell showering Irving with this kind of praise is telling.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shower
Noun
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According to Lynette Ng, spokesperson for Unite Here Local 26, the union representing concession workers at the home of the Boston Red Sox, the striking workers held strong through sweltering heat and occasional rain to make their voices heard.—
Matthew Medsger,
Boston Herald,
29 July 2025
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China’s dominance of the Mekong River in particular has enabled it to reinforce its position in Laos and Cambodia, to the detriment of the local agricultural sectors whenever there is a shortfall of rain upstream within China.—
Wesley Alexander Hill,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Ionescu’s barrage continued, however, with a 25-foot trey after Kennedy Burke’s block on Satou Sabally.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
25 July 2025
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So far, Powell is resisting cutting rates, hence the barrage of insults and threat of firing.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
24 July 2025
Verb
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Throughout the Maoist era, dams and hydropower had a spotty record despite the focus lavished upon them.—
Wesley Alexander Hill,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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His government has invested heavily in China’s schools and lavished resources on science and technology programs, with some success.—
Michael Schuman,
The Atlantic,
14 June 2025
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Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are anticipated.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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The area is forecast to see 45 to 50 mph wind gusts with half-inch-sized hail and torrential rainfall.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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This move could be the first of a flurry after Arizona was swept by Houston earlier this week.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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That area has seen a flurry of property sales since Mayor Joe Hogsett announced his intentions to build a professional league stadium at what is now the downtown Indianapolis heliport, but some of the Simon property purchases predate the mayor's public announcement.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
25 July 2025
Verb
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Enjoy a classic margarita for $9, a smoky mezcal margarita for $10, or explore the depths of agave with half-off tequila pours all night long.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Remember that small changes, like pouring your DIY cleaning solutions into glass spray bottles or dusting items with an old-fashioned feather duster, can make a big difference in your cleaning experience.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 July 2025
Verb
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It’s known for serving plates heaped with seafood, including clams, squid, tiger prawns, and more.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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In a documentary released by the PGA Tour chronicling Scheffler’s 2024 season, a host of pros – including two-time major winner Collin Morikawa and Sweden’s Ludvig Åberg – heaped adulation on Scheffler’s patience and focus.—
Max Rego,
CNN Money,
17 July 2025
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“Shower.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shower. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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