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Landsliding

Definition:

Landsliding, also known as landslides, refers to the rapid movement of a large mass of rock, debris, or soil down a slope, typically caused by gravitational forces, earthquakes, or heavy rainfall.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses:

Noun

1. The act or process of a mass of earth sliding down a slope.

2. An instance of a landslide occurring in a particular area.

Verb

1. To undergo a landslide or cause a landslide.

2. To win an election, competition, or poll by a large margin.

Usages:

Noun - Sense 1:

The landsliding caused significant damage to the neighborhood.

Noun - Sense 2:

Last year's heavy rains led to several landslides in the region.

Verb - Sense 1:

The unstable soil in the area was slowly landsliding towards the river.

Verb - Sense 2:

The popular candidate is expected to landslide in the upcoming election.

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