jet stream
Example Sentences
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That jet stream acts as a giant conveyor belt, bringing storms and rain to the Southern U.S. — but that El Niño conveyor belt doesn’t typically reach northern states.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
This will allow the jet stream to move right over the UK and steer weather fronts in, bringing some welcome rain.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
The jet stream has meandered well to the north of the UK, allowing high pressure to build and warm air to drift in from south.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
The pattern gets its name because the jet stream -- a current in the atmosphere that moves air and weather systems from west to east -- bends into a shape resembling the Greek letter.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
Seeing Mole, the skunk calmly waited, then looked at him, aimed his rear end, and let loose a jet stream of musk.
From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George
