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Term: Flood Out

Part of Speech: phrasal verb

Senses and Usages:

1. To force someone or something out of an area due to a flood:

When the river overflowed, it flooded out the entire neighborhood.

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2. To be overwhelmed or defeated by a large quantity or force:

The team's defense was flooded out by the opponents' relentless attack.

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3. To become excessively emotional or overwhelmed by intense feelings:

She was flooded out with joy when she found out she won the lottery.

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4. To leave or abandon a place due to the threat of or actual flooding:

The authorities have evacuated the area, advising residents to flood out until the floodwaters subside.

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