squall
noun
Pronunciation: /skwɔːl/
Definition
A sudden, sharp increase in wind speed often accompanied by rain or snow.
Examples
The small boat struggled to stay upright as a fierce squall hit the bay.
We had to delay our departure because of the frequent squalls moving through the mountain pass.
The weather report warned of sudden squalls that could reduce visibility to near zero.
How to Use squall
- a sudden squall (collocation)
- Describes the unexpected nature of the weather event. — "We were caught in a sudden squall while hiking."
- squall line (collocation)
- A narrow band of active thunderstorms. — "The radar showed a massive squall line approaching the coast."
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