torrent -
A strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid
The expensive umbrella barely worked against the heavy torrent of rain.
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muggy -
(of the weather) unpleasantly warm and humid
The muggy weather caused Terrence to sweat through his shirt.
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spurt -
To gush out in a sudden and forceful stream
The geyser spurt forth water and steam against the picturesque sky.
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dunk -
To dip or submerge something in liquid.
Fondue meals were Jessie's favourite because she liked to dunk her food in delectable sauces.
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damp -
Slightly wet
The damp windows were the result of the sprinkling rain.
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trickle -
A small flow of liquid
Brock tilted his glass to get the last trickle of beer out.
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dredge -
Clean out the bed of (a harbor, river, or other area of water) by scooping out mud, weeds, and rubbish with a dredge
The large vessel dredged the dirty water so that it could sparkle once again.
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thaw -
The melting of ice or snow, or a relaxation of political harshness or hostility
Nixon fostered better relations with Brezhnev because he felt that a thaw in the hostility between the US and Russia would be better for both countries and the world.
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slosh -
(of liquid in a container) move irregularly with a splashing sound
The wine sloshed inside the glass as it was being poured.
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trickle -
(of a liquid) flow in a small stream
Water trickled from the faucet even after it was turned off.
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spew -
Expel large quantities of (something) rapidly and forcibly
Tourists and hikers love to go to Yellowstone National Park to see the Old Faithful geyser spew forth water about every hour.
