surge

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Definitions

n.

A sudden powerful rush or increase, as of water, electricity, or emotion.

汹涌,浪涌;突然增加,激增

v.

To move or increase suddenly and powerfully.

汹涌,澎湃;猛增,急剧上升

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
surunder, below
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groot
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esuffix
=surge

Common Collocations

  • 1.surge in demand需求激增
  • 2.power surge电涌/电力浪涌
  • 3.surge of emotion情绪涌动
  • 4.surge forward向前猛冲

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    A surge of electricity damaged several appliances during the storm.

  • 2.

    The city saw a surge in tourism after the new museum opened.

  • 3.

    She felt a surge of pride watching her daughter graduate.

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