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rrent
Plural
torrents
1
a powerful stream of water or other liquid that moves very fast
- The river turned into a raging torrent after heavy rainfall, sweeping away everything in its path.
- Standing at the edge of the waterfall, we could feel the mist from the torrent of water crashing down below.
- The storm caused flash floods, turning the streets into torrents of muddy water.
- Hikers had to cross a dangerous torrent to reach the other side of the canyon.
- The dam opened its gates, releasing a torrent of water downstream to relieve pressure on the reservoir.
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2
a heavy and intense rainfall
- The village was drenched by a sudden torrent.
- Torrents fell throughout the night, flooding streets.
- Farmers watched their crops endure the torrent.
- The torrent caused streams to overflow.
- Streets emptied quickly as a torrent began.
3
a quantity or rapid outpouring of something
- She received a torrent of messages after the announcement.
- A torrent of emotions swept over him.
- The comedian faced a torrent of applause.
- A torrent of criticism followed the decision.
- He unleashed a torrent of ideas during the meeting.
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