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Spoil Spate

Description:

The term "spoil spate" refers to a sudden and excessive release of water from a reservoir or dam that leads to flooding downstream. It is primarily used in the context of water management and engineering.

Examples of Use:

• Noun: The heavy rainfall caused a spoil spate, resulting in severe flooding in the village.
• Verb: The engineers decided to spoil spate the reservoir to prevent it from overflowing.
• Adjective: The villagers were taken by surprise when they witnessed the spoil spate flood destroying several houses.

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