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cold snap

NOUN
very cold weather
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Mamdani faced criticism after at least 18 people died during the first storm and ensuing cold snap.

From BBC Apr. 13, 2026

The latest numbers showing steep increases also don’t capture February’s cold snap across large parts of the country.

From MarketWatch Feb. 13, 2026

The almost-daily barrages, paired with the cold snap, have put lives at risk and created an unprecedented threat for Ivannikov's pride and joy: a collection of almost 4,000 species.

From Barron's Feb. 12, 2026

It was held on a Saturday in January, with no other candidates on the ballot, following a cold snap that affected campaigning and early voting.

From Salon Feb. 3, 2026

Then there might be a rest for a while if the cold snap held.

From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen




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