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单词 squally
释义

squally

adjective

ˈskwȯ-lē How to pronounce squally (audio)
squallier; squalliest
1
: marked by squalls
2
: gusty

Synonyms

  • bleak
  • dirty
  • foul
  • inclement
  • nasty
  • raw
  • rough
  • stormy
  • tempestuous
  • turbulent
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Example Sentences

be careful driving in this squally weather this coastal region often experiences wet, squally weather
Recent Examples on the Web As the squally weather moves through, widespread gusts over 40 mph or even 50 mph are possible. Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2017 While still far away, storm bands were already starting to reach South Florida, with squally rains and wind blowing over Miami, an ominous sign of the storm’s ferocious power. Jenny Staletovich, miamiherald, 9 Sep. 2017 Senior staff members know that their safety within the squally West Wing often relies on being physically in the president’s presence. Emily Jane Fox, The Hive, 16 Mar. 2017

Word History

First Known Use

1719, in the meaning defined at sense 1

squally

adjective

1
as in turbulent
marked by wet and windy conditions be careful driving in this squally weather

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • turbulent
  • rainy
  • bleak
  • stormy
  • inclement
  • rough
  • tempestuous
  • snowy
  • gusty
  • dirty
  • foul
  • nasty
  • overcast
  • blustery
  • blowy
  • raw
  • windswept
  • breezy
  • misty
  • blustering
  • cloudy
  • windblown
  • hazy
  • sunless
  • foggy
  • murky
  • soupy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • sunny
  • cloudless
  • bright
  • clear
  • fair
  • sunshiny
  • pleasant
  • rainless
  • clement
  • unclouded
  • balmy
  • calm
  • placid
  • serene
  • peaceful
  • halcyon
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2
as in gusty
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual this coastal region often experiences wet, squally weather

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • gusty
  • windy
  • blustery
  • blowy
  • breezy
  • stormy
  • drafty
  • tempestuous

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • calm
  • still
  • breathless
  • motionless
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