100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "flood"

Definition

A "flood" is a noun that refers to an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, often caused by excessive rainfall or the melting of snow. It can also refer to a large number of things or people occurring at the same time, creating a sense of overwhelming abundance.

Synonyms

• Deluge
• Inundation
• Overflow
• Surge
• Torrent
• Flow
• Flooding
• Tsunami (in extreme cases)

Antonyms

• Drought
• Dryness
• Aridity
• Scarcity
• Deprivation

Examples

1. The heavy rain caused the river to flood the nearby fields.
2. After the hurricane, many homes were flooded with water.
3. The city had to evacuate residents due to the imminent flood threat.
4. The streets flooded quickly after the sudden downpour.
5. His emotions flooded back as he walked through his childhood home.
6. The dam broke, causing the valley to flood.
7. They watched as the basement began to flood with water.
8. The flood of applicants overwhelmed the hiring committee.
9. The sudden flood of memories made her nostalgic.
10. The irrigation system is designed to prevent a flood of water in the fields.
11. After the flood, relief efforts were quickly organized.
12. The flood caused significant damage to the infrastructure.
13. The news of the flood spread quickly through the community.
14. She felt a flood of relief when she heard the good news.
15. The authorities warned residents to prepare for a possible flood.
16. The flood of emails made it hard for him to keep up.
17. After the torrential rains, the town was left to deal with a flood.
18. A flood of excitement washed over the crowd as the concert began.
19. They decided to build barriers to protect against any potential flood.
20. The sudden flood of tourists overwhelmed the small town.
21. He was caught in the flood of traffic on his way to work.
22. The flood of information was difficult to process.
23. The riverbanks could not hold back the anticipated flood.
24. She experienced a flood of gratitude for her friends' support.
25. The film's emotional scenes caused a flood of tears in the audience.
26. Many businesses were forced to close due to the flood.
27. The flood of children playing in the park was heartwarming.
28. He watched as the backyard began to flood.
29. The flood of emotions left him speechless.
30. They had to rescue pets stranded by the flood.
31. The community came together to help those affected by the flood.
32. A flood of creativity inspired her latest artwork.
33. The flood waters receded, revealing the damage left behind.
34. She felt a flood of joy when her proposal was accepted.
35. The flood of customers kept the store busy all day.
36. The scientists studied the flood patterns to predict future occurrences.
37. The flood of joy was palpable during the celebration.
38. After the flood, many families had to rebuild their homes.
39. He experienced a flood of guilt after the incident.
40. The flood of students applying for scholarships has increased this year.
41. The city implemented new measures to prevent future flooding.
42. She received a flood of compliments for her presentation.
43. The flood of information made it difficult to discern the truth.
44. The river was expected to flood again after the next storm.
45. There was a flood of support for the charity event.
46. The flood of memories made her feel nostalgic.
47. The unexpected flood disrupted the local transportation system.
48. He felt a flood of inspiration while hiking in nature.
49. The flood of rainwater caused extensive damage to the roads.
50. After the flood, the community held a meeting to discuss recovery efforts.
51. The flood of new technology is changing the industry.
52. Many animals were displaced by the flood.
53. She felt a flood of anxiety before her big presentation.
54. The flood of people at the event was overwhelming.
55. The flood of emails kept him busy all afternoon.
56. The authorities issued warnings to prepare for a potential flood.
57. The flood of emotions she felt during the ceremony was intense.
58. He watched helplessly as the water began to flood his house.
59. The flood of applicants made the selection process challenging.
60. The community rallied together in response to the flood.
61. The flood of traffic caused significant delays.
62. She experienced a flood of relief when she finished her exams.
63. The flood of new information was overwhelming for the students.
64. They had to take precautions to prevent the basement from flooding.
65. The flood of memories from her childhood brought tears to her eyes.
66. The city was unprepared for the sudden flood.
67. He felt a flood of happiness when he saw his family.
68. The flood of tourists during the summer season boosts the economy.
69. The flood of data required careful analysis.
70. She was caught off guard by the flood of emotions during the reunion.
71. They worked hard to clean up after the devastating flood.
72. A flood of ideas came to him during the brainstorming session.
73. The flood of resources made the project possible.
74. The emergency services were on high alert for any potential flood.
75. He remembered the flood of joy he felt at his graduation.
76. The flood of people at the festival created a vibrant atmosphere.
77. The flood of water damaged the crops in the fields.
78. She could feel a flood of adrenaline during the competition.
79. The flood of publicity helped raise awareness for the cause.
80. Many lives were disrupted by the unexpected flood.
81. The flood of new ideas revitalized the team’s project.
82. The city council met to discuss the aftermath of the flood.
83. There was a flood of tears during the emotional farewell.
84. The flood of support from the community was uplifting.
85. His heart was filled with a flood of love for his family.
86. The flood of traffic on the highway caused delays.
87. The flood of information required a thorough review.
88. She felt a flood of determination to succeed.
89. The flood of water from the storm caused widespread damage.
90. The community was resilient in the face of the flood.
91. The flood of noise from the crowd was deafening.
92. He felt a flood of confidence before his big speech.
93. The flood of students applying for the program has increased.
94. The flood of emails kept him busy all day.
95. They were concerned about the potential flood in the area.
96. The flood of memories from the past brought a smile to her face.
97. The team worked tirelessly to respond to the flood.
98. A flood of nostalgia hit him as he looked through old photos.
99. The flood of resources allowed them to expand their operations.
100. The organization was overwhelmed by the flood of donations after the disaster.