mud slide

Frequency: 6.06.1 per million words

A large mass of mud and rock that moves down a slope, often caused by heavy rain.

mudMUD + NOUN

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slide

Examples (10)

  • Flash floods and mud slides struck three coastal towns.
  • Heavy rains caused a devastating mud slide, burying several homes.
  • The villagers had to evacuate due to the imminent threat of a mud slide.
  • Emergency crews are working to clear the roads blocked by a massive mud slide.
  • Scientists are monitoring the hillside for signs of another mud slide.
  • The hiking trail was closed after a recent mud slide made it impassable.
  • Climate change is increasing the frequency of severe mud slides in the region.
  • They narrowly escaped the mud slide that swept away their mountain cabin.
  • After the earthquake, many areas experienced dangerous mud slides.
  • Preventative measures are being implemented to mitigate the risk of future mud slides.