Meaning & use
squall
A sudden, violent gust of wind, often accompanied by rain or snow.
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A squall swept across the lake, forcing the sailors to lower their sails quickly.
Weather forecasters warned of squalls moving in from the coast overnight.
A note on using this word
A squall is brief and sudden, unlike a storm, which can last much longer and cover a wider area.
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