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Drown

Definition

To die or be killed by being underwater for too long, or to be completely overwhelmed by a problem or situation.

Example Sentences

1The lifeguard rescued the child who was starting to drown in the pool.
2Is it possible to drown in a shallow lake?
3She felt like she would drown in the sea of paperwork on her desk.
4If you are not a strong swimmer, be careful not to drown in the ocean.
5The city's emergency services were overwhelmed and nearly drowned under the flood of calls during the storm.

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