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as in turbulent
marked by wet and windy conditions
be careful driving in this squally weather
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as in gusty
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual
this coastal region often experiences wet, squally weather
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Recent Examples of squally
As the squally weather moves through, widespread gusts over 40 mph or even 50 mph are possible.
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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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squally
Adjective
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Giant chronicles a turbulent time in the life of famed children’s author Dahl when he was accused of anti-Semitism in the early 1980s.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
16 Sep. 2025
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As the biomaterials space navigates a more turbulent landscape marked by tightening budgets, regulatory uncertainty, and investor caution, Biofabricate is adapting its approach.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Webber said the main threat would be hail and gusty winds.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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The area could see gusty winds, localized blowing dust and heavy rainfall.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Not all of Mythopedia is so bleak—just my favorite parts.—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
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When kittens Sam and Frodo were found, survival odds were bleak.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Similarly, a lightweight packable rain jacket can handle both unexpected showers and windy days on deck without taking up much room.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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In the clip, Goggins can be seen driving along the windy roads as the sun shines over him.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Covering a major weather event like a hurricane is vastly different from forecasting a rainy commute.—
Sheri Bachstein,
Time,
18 Sep. 2025
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Reliable traction on the sole prevents slipping, which is especially useful during the rainy season ahead.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Wind energy is also highly reliable and cheap in the wintertime, benefiting from blustery New England weather, Dykes said.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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Nestled among the picturesque seaside towns on France’s blustery northern coast is an unsuspecting place called Deauville.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The pieces, which leaned into light florals and a breezy color palette of robin's egg blue and butter yellow, were drawn in part from her father's garden.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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Sleeveless Vest on Sleeveless Shirt Spring and summer are typically reserved for light layers and breezy fabrics, but Coach took a fresh approach, pairing sleeveless, lightweight tops with sleeveless leather vests.—
Essence,
Essence,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Squally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squally. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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