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Study the word SURGE: (Source) When something surges, it rises or increases a lot or moves forward very quickly, in a big, grand way that reminds you of an ocean wave. And, a surge of something is a strong, sudden increase of it. Often, it's water that surges. This water is surging downhill. (Source) But anything that moves in a big mass like a wave of water can surge. Often, we talk about crowds of people surging, or surging forward, or surging through a place. In the gif below, people are surging through the streets. And as you can see, surging is movement that's fast and sudden. (Source) You might feel a surge of energy: a big, sudden wave of energy. Or a surge of happiness: a large rush of happiness. Or a surge of excitement: a new burst of excitement. In fact, if any feeling hits you like an ocean wave, you can call it a surge. (Source)   Make a flash card: You can write your own definition and choose your own picture, or copy mine. Term Definition Picture surge to become higher or to move in a quick way, like a rising ocean   Write your own sentence! You can use either of the two ideas I'll suggest, or you can invent your own. Include as much detail as you can! (Source)   Write a sentence with the word SURGE: Remember: when something surges, it suddenly rises up or moves fast. Idea 1: "My heart surged with (hope, happiness, or excitement) as (something wonderful happened)." Idea 2: "Everyone surged forward, eager to get a close look at (something weird, gross, or exciting)." You can type in here. When you're done, copy and paste your sentence wherever you'd like it to go.