downrush
- noun
- /ˈdaʊnˌrʌʃ/
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caída
- When the gates opened, a downrush of fans hurried toward the stage.
Examples
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The sudden downrush of students filled the hallways as the bell rang.
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The unexpected downrush of profits last quarter surprised the entire management team.
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A downrush of cold air swept through the open window during the storm.
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The downrush of water from the dam was alarming.
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During the storm, there was a sudden downrush of rain.
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The sudden downrush of students at the end of the day created a chaotic scene in the hallways.
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As the concert ended, a downrush of excited fans rushed out of the venue to catch their rides.
Synonyms
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2.5
A sudden drop in amount, value, or importance
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3.3
A sudden fall in amount or value
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1.0
A sudden fall from a higher place to a lower place
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4.9
A sudden steep fall in value or amount
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4.6
A sudden large drop in value, often of stocks or prices
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7.1
A sudden strong downward rush of air, often near storms or in chimneys
A sudden sharp fall in value or someone's fortunes
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Morphology
Etymology
Downrush is made from down and rush, where down means 'toward a lower place' and rush means 'move quickly', like in 'rush hour'. So it helps you think of a sudden, fast movement or a quick fall in people or amounts.