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mudslide
This term describes a specific geological event where saturated soil loses its stability and flows rapidly downhill. It is often used interchangeably with "mudflow," though "mudslide" more frequently evokes the image of a sudden, catastrophic collapse of a hillside rather than a slow-moving stream of debris.
In news reporting and environmental science, the word carries a strong connotation of disaster and unpredictability. It is typically paired with adjectives describing scale or cause, such as "massive," "devastating," or "rain-induced," to emphasize the destructive power of the event.
Meanings
Examples
The heavy rains triggered a massive mudslide that blocked the main highway.
Look at the hillside, it looks like a mudslide could happen any minute.
The village was completely wiped out by a sudden mudslide during the monsoon.
I wonder if the retaining wall is strong enough to stop a mudslide.
Emergency crews are searching for survivors buried under the mudslide debris.
We should evacuate the area before the storm causes a mudslide.
The geological report warns of a high risk of mudslides in this region.
A mudslide swept through the valley, carrying trees and boulders with it.