lava flow

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a mass of molten rock that flows down the side of a volcano

lavalava + NOUN

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flow

Examples (10)

  • The lava flow slowly advanced towards the coast.
  • Authorities warned that the lava flow was unpredictable.
  • Ancient lava flows shaped the landscape of this island.
  • The heat radiating from the lava flow was intense.
  • A river of fire, the lava flow, illuminated the night sky.
  • Geologists studied the composition of the cooled lava flow.
  • Several homes were threatened by the fresh lava flow.
  • The lava flow blocked the main road, cutting off access.
  • Vegetation was instantly incinerated by the lava flow.
  • We watched the lava flow enter the ocean, creating steam.