as in rain
a steady falling of water from the sky in significant quantity
a torrential rainfall washed away most of the little sprouts in our vegetable garden
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Recent Examples of rainfall
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Apr. 2026
When applying to the foliage, reapply after rainfall.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
The spa-like bathrooms are a defining feature, with heated floors, double stone vanities, rainfall showers, and deep hinoki soaking tubs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
While her area receives minimal rainfall most of the year, drought conditions can happen anywhere in the country.
—Elizabeth Jardina, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Apr. 2026
When applying to the foliage, reapply after rainfall.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026
The spa-like bathrooms are a defining feature, with heated floors, double stone vanities, rainfall showers, and deep hinoki soaking tubs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
While her area receives minimal rainfall most of the year, drought conditions can happen anywhere in the country.
—Elizabeth Jardina, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rainfall
rain
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The last month has seen extensive rain, tornado watches, then warnings and flooding as the Des Plaines and Fox rivers were filled beyond capacity, Kumar said.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Rainfall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rainfall. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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