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spate

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This word carries a sense of suddenness and overwhelming volume. It describes a burst of activity that feels like a flood, often catching people by surprise. While it can describe positive events, it is most frequently used in journalistic or formal contexts to describe a series of negative incidents, such as crimes, accidents, or complaints. Compared to a simple increase, a spate implies a temporary but intense peak. It suggests a cluster of events that are linked by time or nature, creating a pattern that demands attention or investigation.

Countable when referring to a specific series of events (a spate of murders). Uncountable when referring to the physical overflow of a river.

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"a spate of robberies"

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