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as in rains
a heavy fall of objects
a shower of books fell from the collapsing shelves
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as in barrages
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 showers
Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
Tile Color Trends From flooring to showers to vanity backsplashes, tile plays a significant role in bathroom design.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The center features a Thermarium inspired by the wellness rituals of ancient Rome, completed by aromatic showers, a cold plunge pool, a thalassotherapy tub and multiple saunas.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The rooms The standard deluxe rooms are comfortable, but for the 21 and up crowd seeking solace, opt for SEVEN, an adult-only floor with king beds, Nespresso machines, and rainfall showers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
At night, there is a 50% chance of showers.
—Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
After a week of unseasonably warm weather, conditions are expected to cool down Friday, with possible showers over the Ventura and Santa Barbara county mountains through the evening, the weather service said.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Mostly cloudy and mild with a 30% chance of showers, maybe some rumbles of thunder.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
On Saturday, Boston and much of New England will continue to see passing snow showers.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 6 Feb. 2026
Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Someone who is good to you, the kind of man who showers you with gifts.
—Literary Hub, 8 Jan. 2026
Chatbot use may then be a symptom, Sarma said, akin to how one of his patients with bipolar disorder showers more frequently when entering a manic episode—the showers warn of but do not cause mania.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2025
Before everyone arrives, Demi pulls Taylor aside and showers her with apologies.
—Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2025
The front of the house is faced almost entirely in Meier’s signature grid of white aluminum panels, while the back is mostly glass that showers the interior spaces with natural light.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025
Faye is both highly supportive yet frustrated by the distant Springsteen, who showers her with love before disappearing into his music.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
Snow showers throughout the week; travelers advised to remain cautious due to potential slick conditions.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
But showers are optimal environments for mold, which thrives in warm, damp areas.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
Tile Color Trends From flooring to showers to vanity backsplashes, tile plays a significant role in bathroom design.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The center features a Thermarium inspired by the wellness rituals of ancient Rome, completed by aromatic showers, a cold plunge pool, a thalassotherapy tub and multiple saunas.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
The rooms The standard deluxe rooms are comfortable, but for the 21 and up crowd seeking solace, opt for SEVEN, an adult-only floor with king beds, Nespresso machines, and rainfall showers.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
At night, there is a 50% chance of showers.
—Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
After a week of unseasonably warm weather, conditions are expected to cool down Friday, with possible showers over the Ventura and Santa Barbara county mountains through the evening, the weather service said.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Mostly cloudy and mild with a 30% chance of showers, maybe some rumbles of thunder.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
On Saturday, Boston and much of New England will continue to see passing snow showers.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
For her part, Rachel routinely showers her husband with words of affirmation in anniversary and birthday posts on Instagram.
—Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Someone who is good to you, the kind of man who showers you with gifts.
—Literary Hub, 8 Jan. 2026
Chatbot use may then be a symptom, Sarma said, akin to how one of his patients with bipolar disorder showers more frequently when entering a manic episode—the showers warn of but do not cause mania.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2025
Before everyone arrives, Demi pulls Taylor aside and showers her with apologies.
—Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2025
The front of the house is faced almost entirely in Meier’s signature grid of white aluminum panels, while the back is mostly glass that showers the interior spaces with natural light.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025
Faye is both highly supportive yet frustrated by the distant Springsteen, who showers her with love before disappearing into his music.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
Snow showers throughout the week; travelers advised to remain cautious due to potential slick conditions.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for showers
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Sometimes trains stop for days to collect goods or because of rains, the researchers say, which may give the snakes an opportunity to hop on.—
Richard Kemeny,
Scientific American,
6 Feb. 2026
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The sections of trail closest to the river may be wet after heavy rains.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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In recent weeks, the relentless barrages have damaged some of Ukraine’s protected world heritage sites in Odesa, the western city of Lviv and the capital, Kyiv, UNESCO said Tuesday.—
Kamila Hrabchuk,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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The fighting included fighter jet sorties, exchanges of rocket fire and artillery barrages.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
31 Dec. 2025
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Atmospheric mist pours across every scene.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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The intimate bar tucked in its own nook pours classic cocktails inspired by mountain herbs and local spirits.—
Jenn Rice,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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In 2020 and 2021, storms hit the Powers’ Yukon home.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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With these statistical corrections, researchers can more accurately predict how energy behaves in chaotic environments, such as during the formation of severe storms.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Worst case scenario is that Baltimore metro receives a few flurries with up to a trace of snow.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Snow flurries in Jacksonville Why is Groundhog Day celebrated?—
Doris Alvarez Cea,
Florida Times-Union,
2 Feb. 2026
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When Ray lavishes attention on another biker’s pet pillion, Kevin (Jake Shears of the Scissor Sisters), Colin sulks until his master unzips his trousers and gives him a treat.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Majumdar lavishes her characters with careful attention, and so the reader comes to regard their most troubling actions as justified, if not inevitable.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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The Deb drama is far from over, as the film's director and costar Rebel Wilson heaps new allegations onto the already sizable legal pile.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Nov. 2025
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“Showers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showers. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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