floodgates

[US]/ˈflʌdɡeɪts/
[UK]/ˈflʌdˌɡeɪts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.gates used to control the flow of water in rivers or lakes

Phrases & Collocations

open floodgates

floodgates of emotion

floodgates of information

floodgates of opportunity

floodgates are open

floodgates of creativity

floodgates of change

floodgates of support

floodgates of debate

floodgates of funding

Example Sentences

the floodgates opened after the heavy rain.

once the floodgates are released, the water will rush in.

she felt like the floodgates of emotion had burst open.

the floodgates of creativity were unleashed during the workshop.

he opened the floodgates to a torrent of complaints.

once the floodgates of discussion were opened, everyone joined in.

the floodgates of opportunity are now wide open.

after the announcement, the floodgates of speculation began.

the floodgates to new markets have been opened.

they decided to open the floodgates to public opinion.

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