tidal waves

noun

plural of tidal wave
as in seas

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  1. tsunamis
  2. surges
  3. billows
Noun
  • But without sharp strategy and human judgment, AI will only accelerate a tsunami of sameness.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • It is set to collide with the continent and cause a tsunami, a mega-disaster, and mass death.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of tsunamis
Noun
  • Large and dangerous waves are expected to accompany the surges on the coast near and to the east of the storm's landfall location.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Most Super Bowl viewers will watch via broadcast and cable TV channels, but media companies have still seen streaming signup surges around the big game.
    — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of surges
Noun
  • Just like the Grammy winner’s pants, their voluminous fabric billows around the legs, transforming any fall outfit into an elegant silhouette.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2026
  • An American flag billows above the gray-shingle cottage, while the waves of Nantucket Harbor lap in a comforting rhythm.
    — Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of billows
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“Tidal waves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tidal%20waves. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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