wind-swept
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These derelict streets, wind-swept by the bracing North Sea air, were once the envy of the community, teeming with life.
From BBC ● Feb. 17, 2026
The town’s economy has long relied on a modest, steady flow of visitors drawn to its red-rock canyons, coursing San Juan River, and wind-swept solitude.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2023
Macron greeted Francis on a wind-swept promenade overlooking Marseille’s old port, and helped him walk into the Palais du Pharo for the Mediterranean bishops meeting.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 23, 2023
The storm system will help usher in traditional autumn weather across Britain this week with cool, wind-swept rains on Tuesday and Wednesday.
From New York Times ● Sep. 18, 2023
“When he’s awake. Now he’s ‘wandering in the desert, a desolate, wind-swept wilderness.’”
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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