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Weather and Environment - Rain & Wind

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damp
damp
[Adjective]

slightly wet, particularly in an uncomfortable way

Ex: The towel felt damp after being left out in the humid bathroom. 
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downpour
downpour
[noun]

a brief heavy rainfall

Ex: The unexpected downpour caught everyone off guard, forcing them to seek shelter under shop awnings. 
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dry spell
dry spell
[noun]

a period in which the weather is really warm and there is no rain

Ex: The farmers suffered greatly during the long dry spell, as their crops wilted due to the lack of rain. 
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flood
flood
[noun]

the rising of a body of water that covers dry places and causes damage

Ex: After the flood, many people were left homeless. 
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to pour
to pour
[Verb]

to rain heavily and in a large amount

Ex: It started to pour just as we left the house, drenching us completely. 
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puddle
puddle
[noun]

a small pool of water or other liquid, particularly rainwater

Ex: After the rain, a large puddle formed at the end of the driveway, making it difficult to navigate. 
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rain
rain
[noun]

water that falls in small drops from the sky

Ex: Can you hear the sound of rain tapping on the window? 
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raindrop
raindrop
[noun]

a single droplet of water that falls from the sky

Ex: Raindrops splattered against the windowpane, creating a soothing sound. 
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rainfall
rainfall
[noun]

the amount of rain that falls within a specific area during a particular period, typically measured over a given timeframe

Ex: Farmers in the drought-affected area struggled with diminished rainfall, resorting to irrigation techniques to supplement moisture for their crops. 
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rainstorm
rainstorm
[noun]

a heavy rainfall

Ex: The rainstorm flooded the streets within minutes. 
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rainwater
rainwater
[noun]

drops of water that have fallen from the sky as rain

Ex: The rainwater ran off the roof and into the gutters. 
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rainy
rainy
[Adjective]

having frequent or persistent rainfall

Ex: I like to listen to the sound of raindrops falling on the roof during a rainy day. 
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shower
shower
[noun]

a brief period of rain or snow

Ex: We experienced a light shower before the sun came out again. 
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to soak
to soak
[Verb]

to make someone or something extremely wet

Ex: The sudden downpour soaked everyone at the outdoor concert, leaving them drenched and scrambling for cover. 
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spot
spot
[noun]

a small quantity or portion of something, usually liquid

Ex: He added a spot of milk to his coffee. 
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stormy
stormy
[Adjective]

having strong winds, rain, or severe weather conditions

Ex: The stormy skies darkened as the approaching thunderclouds rolled in. 
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torrent
torrent
[noun]

a heavy and intense rainfall

Ex: The village was drenched by a sudden torrent. 
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umbrella
umbrella
[noun]

an object with a circular folding frame covered in cloth, used as protection against rain or sun

Ex: I always carry an umbrella in my bag in case it rains. 
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wet
wet
[Adjective]

characterized by rain or moisture

Ex: I forgot my umbrella, and now I'm stuck outside in this wet weather. 
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to blow
to blow
[Verb]

(of wind or an air current) to move or be in motion

Ex: A gentle wind blew, making the lake's surface ripple. 
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breeze
breeze
[noun]

a gentle and usually pleasant wind

Ex: He took a deep breath, enjoying the fresh mountain breeze. 
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breezy
breezy
[Adjective]

having a gentle, refreshing wind

Ex: The day was breezy, with a gentle wind rustling through the trees. 
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calm
calm
[Adjective]

describing the weather when there is no wind or storm

Ex: The sea was calm, with not a ripple in sight. 
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dust storm

strong winds that lift up clouds of soil or dust, reducing visibility and potentially causing damage

Ex: The desert experienced a severe dust storm, obscuring the sun and forcing residents indoors. 
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east
east
[Adverb]

toward or to the east

Ex: The ancient civilization built their city to face east, greeting the sunrise each morning. 
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force
force
[noun]

a unit that shows how strong the wind is, measured on the Beaufort scale

Ex: The weather report said the wind would reach force 7. 
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gale
gale
[noun]

a very powerful wind

Ex: The fishing boats stayed in port as a strong gale blew across the coast, making the sea too dangerous. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

(of wind, tide, or waves) having great power or force

Ex: The strong wind knocked over several trees. 
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whirlwind
whirlwind
[noun]

a very strong wind that spins and moves quickly, damaging everything in its path

Ex: The children ran through the park, laughing and playing, caught up in a whirlwind of excitement. 
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windy
windy
[Adjective]

having a lot of strong winds

Ex: He had to secure his hat due to the windy conditions. 
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anemometer

a device used to measure the speed and direction of the wind

Ex: The meteorologist used an anemometer to measure the wind speed during the weather report. 
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crosswind
crosswind
[noun]

a wind that blows sideways across the direction of a ship or plane

Ex: The plane struggled to land in a strong crosswind. 
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