as in tributary
a stream that flows into a larger body of water
several confluents slowly winding their way to the main river
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Recent Examples of confluent
Scholars have proposed different culprits, including malignant confluent smallpox whose symptoms include not only the headache, spots, and sores but also the yellowing of the skin.
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National Geographic, 19 Nov. 2020
National Geographic, 19 Nov. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for confluent
tributary
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Tribal management of the lands along Blue Creek, a major tributary of the Klamath River, will focus on restoring forests and protecting healthy habitats for salmon.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
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River or stream flows are elevated, especially along the Rocky River and its tributaries.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2025
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“Confluent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confluent. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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