swelter

Example Sentences

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Heavy infrastructure damage from the U.S. bombing led to chronic and constant failure of the electric and water systems in major cities — making them almost unlivable, especially in the sweltering summers.

From Los Angeles Times

I sweltered in my wolverine hat and caribou parka.

From Literature

Hundreds of people, including children, defied the sweltering heat to attend prayers.

From Barron's

About 10 miles south is the sweltering city of Cabimas, an iconic venue in Venezuela’s petroleum narrative.

From Los Angeles Times

Venues for both matches are yet to be confirmed but will reportedly be in Tampa, Miami or Orlando to allow the squad to acclimatise to what are expected to be sweltering conditions.

From Barron's